Bank Specialist Biomedical Scientist

NHS; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Biomedical Scientist to join their dynamic team at a leading hospital. This role involves working within the Haematology/Blood Transfusion section, where you will support critical services and ensure high standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Biomedical Science, along with the ability to troubleshoot complex laboratory instruments. This position offers flexible working patterns and the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient outcomes in a collaborative environment. Join a team committed to excellence and professional development.

Qualifications

• HCPC Registration and evidence of CPD required.
• Prior experience as a Registered Biomedical Scientist is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support haematology/Blood transfusion daytime and out of hours rota.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and service users.

Skills

Biomedical Science

Laboratory Instrumentation Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Hons. degree in Biomedical Science/Life Science

Specialist Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Roche Cobas PRO System

Siemens Advias

Werfen TOPS analysers

Ortho Vision platforms

Job description

Job summary

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, suitably qualified, and experienced HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist for a bank Specialist BMS role within the Haematology/Blood transfusion section of the Blood Science Department, Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen.

The vacancy is a Bank position. To support the haematology/Blood transfusion daytime and out of hours rota.

The individual should possess either the Specialist Diploma (IBMS Specialist portfolio) or equivalent experience and prior post registration experience to undertake a specialist role within the haematology/Blood transfusion Section.

Main duties of the job

The laboratory provides services in Biochemistry, Haematology, Coagulation, and Blood Transfusion , running fully automated platforms with Biochemistry analysers being the Roche Cobas PRO system with a Specialised Chemistry Section, Haematology analysers are Siemens Advias, Coagulation, Werfen TOPS analysers and Ortho Vision platforms for Blood Transfusion.

The successful candidate will be primarily based in the Haematology/Blood transfusion section at the Glangwili General Hospital site which sits within the Carmarthenshire Division of Hywel Dda University Health Board. The Carmarthenshire division comprises of Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen and Prince Philip Hospital, Llanelli, and the successful candidate may be expected to work across both sites as required.

The successful candidate will be expected to effectively communicate information, advice, instruction and professional opinion to colleagues and Pathology Service users in both primary and secondary care.

About us

Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services to almost 400,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:

Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest.

Five community hospitals: Amman Valley Hospital and Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire, Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire.

Two integrated care centres (Aberaeron and Cardigan, Ceredigion).

Community facilities, including:

48 General Practices (GP surgeries), 49 Dental Practices, 98 Community Pharmacies (chemists), 44 General Ophthalmic Practices (including eye health and low vision services), 38 sites providing mental health and learning disability services, care within your own homes

Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales.

Details Date posted

07 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

100-BANK-HS001-0525

Job locations

Glangwili General Hospital

Dolgwili Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Interviews will be held on 16/06/2025.

Job description Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Interviews will be held on 16/06/2025.

Person Specification Qualifications & Knowledge Essential

• Hons. degree in Biomedical Science/Life Science
• Specialist Diploma or equivalent
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of CPD
• Knowledge of Pathology Quality Assurance

Experience Essential

• Prior experience as a Registered Biomedical Scientist
• Indepth knowledge of complex laboratory instrumentation
• Technical ability to troubleshoot, repair, advise or provide in-depth information relevant to specialty

Language Skills Desirable

• Welsh Speaker - Level 1

Person Specification Qualifications & Knowledge Essential

• Hons. degree in Biomedical Science/Life Science
• Specialist Diploma or equivalent
• HCPC Registration
• Evidence of CPD
• Knowledge of Pathology Quality Assurance

Experience Essential

• Prior experience as a Registered Biomedical Scientist
• Indepth knowledge of complex laboratory instrumentation
• Technical ability to troubleshoot, repair, advise or provide in-depth information relevant to specialty

Language Skills Desirable

• Welsh Speaker - Level 1

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Glangwili General Hospital

Dolgwili Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Glangwili General Hospital

Dolgwili Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)