Biomedical Scientist - Transfusion - Yorkshire

Pulse Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare seeks a Biomedical Scientist specialising in Blood Transfusion for a locum role in West Yorkshire. The post requires HCPC registration, UK transfusion experience, and the ability to work a 24/7 rota within a busy NHS laboratory.

The successful candidate will perform routine and specialist transfusion testing, ensure quality control, and support safe transfusion practices while rotating through long day and night shifts. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientist and eligible to practice.
• BSc Biomedical Science or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Post-registration UK Blood Transfusion experience.
• Experience performing group and screen, crossmatching, and antibody investigations.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and transfusion quality requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider laboratory team.
• Previous NHS Blood Transfusion experience at Band 6 level.
• Knowledge of UKAS accreditation and ISO 15189 standards.
• Experience working a 24/7 transfusion rota.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialist Blood Transfusion testing in line with departmental SOPs.
• Support safe transfusion practice, including group and screen testing, antibody investigations, compatibility testing, and crossmatching.
• Carry out analyser maintenance, quality control, result validation, and troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain compliance with UKAS accreditation, ISO 15189 standards, and local laboratory policies.
• Work collaboratively with biomedical, clinical, and support staff to ensure the delivery of a high-quality transfusion service.
• Participate in the department's rotational shift pattern, covering both long day and night shifts.

Skills

HCPC registration

Group and screen testing

Crossmatching

Antibody investigations

Independent working

Teamwork

Education

BSc Biomedical Science

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Biomedical Scientist - Transfusion - Yorkshire

London

Locum Blood Transfusion Biomedical Scientist

Banding: Band 6
Location: West Yorkshire
Rate: £20-£27 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3-6 Months
Working Pattern: Rotational shifts comprising 3 long days followed by a block of 3 night shifts

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Biomedical Scientist to join a well-established NHS laboratory in West Yorkshire. This locum role is ideal for an experienced Blood Transfusion professional who can support a busy transfusion service, deliver accurate results, and contribute to safe, effective patient care.

What will your responsibilities be:

• Perform routine and specialist Blood Transfusion testing in line with departmental SOPs.
• Support safe transfusion practice, including group and screen testing, antibody investigations, compatibility testing, and crossmatching.
• Carry out analyser maintenance, quality control, result validation, and troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain compliance with UKAS accreditation, ISO 15189 standards, and local laboratory policies.
• Work collaboratively with biomedical, clinical, and support staff to ensure the delivery of a high-quality transfusion service.
• Participate in the department's rotational shift pattern, covering both long day and night shifts.

Qualifications and Experience:

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
• BSc Biomedical Science or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Post-registration experience working within a UK Blood Transfusion laboratory.
• Experience performing group and screen, crossmatching, and antibody investigations.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and transfusion quality requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider laboratory team.
• Previous NHS Blood Transfusion experience at Band 6 level.
• Knowledge of UKAS accreditation and ISO 15189 standards.
• Experience working a 24/7 transfusion rota.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know. We are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your application and placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation Workforce Support and Safeguard List.