Biomedical Scientist POCT

NHS; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare foundation trust in Bedford is seeking an enthusiastic HCPC State Registered Biomedical Scientist to join their Point of Care Testing team. The successful candidate will be involved in delivering services and training staff on POCT equipment while ensuring quality standards are met. This role offers an opportunity to support a diverse range of patients and contribute to the improvement of healthcare services.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered BMS required.
• Experience with POCT equipment management.
• Demonstrable ability to work without supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of community diagnostic services.
• Support clinical activities alongside the Consultant team.
• Contribute to staff training in line with department policy.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to analyse complex data

Accurate data input under pressure

Excellent interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Biomedical Science

Understanding of POCT technology

Education

BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent

HCPC registered BMS

Tools

POCT equipment

Job description

Go back Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Biomedical Scientist POCT

The closing date is 20 November 2025

We are seeking an enthusiastic HCPC State Registered Biomedical Scientist to join our dynamic Point of Care Testing (POCT) team within a busy and forward‑thinking department. The successful candidate will be primarily based at Bedford Hospital. However, following full training, they will also support and train staff across newly established Community Hubs throughout Bedfordshire in the operation and upkeep of POCT equipment.

Our department holds UKAS accreditation and is recognized for IBMS and HCPC training. We remain committed to continuous service development, with a focus on expanding on‑site testing capabilities and enhancing integration with other healthcare services.

Main duties of the job

As an HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting clinical activities alongside the relevant Consultant team, as required.
• Assisting in the delivery of community diagnostic services under the guidance and supervision of the POCT Coordinator.
• Contributing to staff training in line with the department's training policy.
• Maintaining accountability for your own professional actions.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics‑led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high‑performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high‑quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when a sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering the first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job responsibilities

1. To perform as a HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist [BMS] assisting in the delivery of the department services.
2. To assist the departmental laboratory senior in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service, in conjunction with the clinical lead of the department.
3. To implement the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives.
4. To contribute to the implementation of UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfil the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.
5. To assist in the action plans required resolving nonconformities that are recorded by internal and/or external audits or complaints and to ensure the completion of corrective and preventative actions that have been identified.
6. Where delegated, to implement a Standard Operating Procedure [SOP] for the department utilising the Document Management Module of the Q‑Pulse system.
7. To assist in the delivery of training in conjunction with the POCT coordinator and training officer, providing one‑to‑one training and competency assessments in accordance with ISO 15189. This includes completion of the training and competency assessment documents and assisting in the gathering of evidence for staff both within and outside the trust.

Please refer to the attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• HCPC registered BMS
• BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Experience

• Practical experience of Blood Sciences Work undertaken within department relevant to the post
• Demonstrable ability to work without supervision.
• Previous experience with POCT equipment management

Communication

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, at all levels.
• Able to manage highly complex information.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Biomedical Science
• Understanding of POCT technology and its use and application
• Knowledge of the POCT devices used in Hospitals and their importance

Skills

• Accurate input of data using a keyboard while working under pressure
• Ability to utilise evaluation tools
• Excellent Inter‑personal skills
• Ability to analyse complex data and use information to inform judgements

Personal skills

• Personal integrity - leading by example
• Drive and determination
• Flexible in approach and in working relationships
• Tactful and diplomatic

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust