Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist

NHS; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Tees Valley is seeking a Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist. This role involves analysing pathology specimens, leading workload targets, and supporting clinical teams. Candidates should be HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with sufficient experience and knowledge. The post offers £31,049 to £46,580 annually, with both Band 5 and Band 6 opportunities available, allowing for flexibility in qualifications.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with relevant experience.
• Specialist knowledge of laboratory techniques and biomedical science.
• Experience working in an NHS clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Analyse pathology specimens and provide accurate results.
• Lead and achieve daily workload targets.
• Assist in diagnosing and treating patients.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Good time management

Education

IBMS Accredited Degree

Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Go back South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist

The closing date is 05 January 2026

The Pathology departments at University Hospitals North Tees and Hartlepool (NTH) and South Tees Hospitals (STH) are working collaboratively to develop a joint service called Tees Valley Pathology (TVP) with services being delivered on all hospital sites.

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified, enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with appropriate experience, knowledge and skills to join our scientific teams and participate in the delivery of services as part of this development. The TVP service is also working collaboratively with colleagues at County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust to develop a single Laboratory Information System (LIMS) which is currently in the design stage.

Candidates for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) roles should be HCPC state registered, hold an IBMS Specialist Portfolio and have experience of working various shifts across both core and non-core hours in their chosen discipline or have equivalent expertise that can be demonstrated on their application.

Depending on the level of qualifications and degree of experience from applications for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) posts, consideration will also be given to applicants who are newly qualified HCPC candidates and who may be working towards these qualifications and thus be applicable for employment at Registered Biomedical Scientist (Band 5) level.

Main duties of the job

Rotation through all sections within the chosen department will provide candidates with a wide range of experience. The role involves taking a leading role in achieving daily workload targets therefore effective interpersonal and communication skills are crucial. The ability to work efficiently as part of a team and be able to prioritise work in order to meet strict deadlines is essential.

Analyse pathology specimens and provide technically accurate results. Be professionally accountable for the interpretation of patients' results to enable diagnostic and treatment regimes for clinical colleagues. Provide specialist knowledge and assistance to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients within their area of responsibility.

The post holders will be expected to work with senior staff to help support the integration of Haematology, Microbiology or Histopathology from a staff, IT and technological perspective.

The post holders will be expected to work across TVPS attending all sites as necessary.

The post holders will be expected to have specialist knowledge of all sections of the service and be involved in delivering research and development within that service. They will also be expected to participate in the training and development of new, trainee or support staff.

After completion of training, the post holder will be expected to participate in the out of hours rota including late shifts, nights and weekends.

Please note this post may close at sufficient applicants

About us

Leadership and Improvement Training

The University Hospitals Tees (UHT) offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff to the organisation; this training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the leadership development programme, and the Quality Improvement Programme that the Trust delivers. This programme aims to

• Explore leadership within the NHS
• Promote Trust Values and Behaviours
• Develop your Leadership effectiveness and skills
• Practitioner level in quality improvement, equipping you with the skills to champion, lead and complete quality improvement within your role

After you complete this four and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities, we offer further in-house courses dependent upon your role and bitesize programmes and leadership apprenticeships at level 3,5 and 7.

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications Band 5

• IBMS Accreditated Degree
• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)

Qualifications Band 6

• Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD)

  Experience Band 5

  • Experience of working in an accredited NHS clinical Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion department
  • Experience of computer packages e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc

  Experience Band 6

  • Experience of Quality Management Systems and ISO 15189 standards

  Knowledge Band 5

  • Knowledge of laboratory techniques and Biomedical science.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and health safety measure.
  • Able to understand new technological advance.

  Knowledge Band 6

  • Working knowledge of Pathology IT Systems

  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.

  South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

  £31,049 to £46,580 a yearPer annum (pro rata)