Pathology Lab Leader — Senior Biomedical Scientist

NHS National Services Scotland; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to manage day-to-day technical activities in a laboratory. This role involves providing advice to clinicians, conducting diagnostic investigations, and delivering training to staff. The ideal candidate will have an MSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent and state registration with the Health Professions Council. Significant experience in a Cellular Pathology laboratory is preferred.

Benefits

Minimum of 27 days annual leave

Membership of NHS Pension Scheme

Paid sick leave

Occupational health services

Employee counselling services

Qualifications

• At least 5 years experience as BMS1.
• Mandatory state registration with the Health Professions Council.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day technical activities of the department.
• Provide advice to clinicians on tests and time-scales.
• Develop and deliver training for staff.

Skills

State registration with the Health Professions Council

Formal evidence of highly specialist knowledge

Evidence of continuing professional development

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to organise own workload

Education

MSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent experience

For those reporting cervical cytology, NHS Cervical Screening Programme Certificate in Cervical Cytology

Tools

Laboratory computer systems

Pathology laboratory equipment

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Biomedical Scientist to manage day-to-day technical activities in a laboratory. This role involves providing advice to clinicians, conducting diagnostic investigations, and delivering training to staff. The ideal candidate will have an MSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent and state registration with the Health Professions Council. Significant experience in a Cellular Pathology laboratory is preferred.