Biomedical Support Worker (Transfusion)

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Norwich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in the UK is looking for a Band 3 biomedical support worker to join their blood transfusion laboratory. The role involves supporting biomedical scientists in the testing of blood samples and operating analysers. Candidates must have strong communication skills and a keen attention to detail. Flexible working hours and career development support are offered. This position requires participation in a 24/7 shift roster.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Access to physiotherapy

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Free confidential counselling support

On-site Nursery

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment is preferred.
• Must be able to handle biological samples safely.
• Excellent communication skills for advising service users.

Responsibilities

• Support biomedical scientists in testing blood samples.
• Operate analysers and input data into IT systems.
• Participate in a 24/7 shift roster.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Tools

Pathology IT systems

Job description

Vacancy at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The Eastern Pathology Alliance is formed from three Pathology Laboratories based at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH), the James Paget University Hospital (JPUH) and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Kings Lynn (QEH). We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 biomedical support worker to work in our blood transfusion laboratory at NNUH. We are looking for a motivated individual to join our biomedical support worker team to support our blood transfusion laboratory service, and offers full training and development onto the role and opportunities for future development. There is a requirement to participate on a 24/7 shift roster.

The post holder will be expected to undertake a variety of tasks in our transfusion laboratory to support the biomedical scientists in testing of blood samples and preparation of blood components for transfusion. This will include operating analysers, entering records onto a variety of IT systems and communicating with external laboratory users.

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff! The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first‑class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state‑of‑the‑art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world. We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a range of routine and non‑routine duties within blood transfusion, haematology, coagulation and specimen reception.
• Obtain samples for biological testing, perform standard biological tests, process blood and other fluids for analysis ensuring sample integrity is maintained at all times.
• Use the Pathology IT systems to a very high level of accuracy and speed when inputting patient demographic and test data.
• Provide information and advice to service users concerning the supply of blood components for direct patient care, including emergencies.
• Manage communication for emergency and difficult situations where compliance must be followed.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream – access up to 40 % of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
• Free 24‑hours confidential counselling support
• On‑site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
• On‑site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post. Please note due to high volume of applications for some posts, this post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role asap.

This advert closes on Monday 10 Nov 2025.