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Qualified Biomedical Scientist
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Gateshead
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GBP 29,000 - 37,000
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Job summary
A regional health service provider is hiring a qualified Biomedical Scientist in Gateshead. The successful candidate will work across multiple hospital sites, providing expert diagnostic services in Haematology and Blood Transfusion. Applicants must hold an accredited degree and have significant NHS laboratory experience. This permanent full-time position offers a salary between £29,970 and £36,483, reflecting qualifications and experience.
Qualifications
- IBMS Registration Portfolio or equivalent, HCPC registered.
- Considerable NHS Pathology Laboratory Experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide a high-quality specialist diagnostic service.
- Develop knowledge and skills in specialist diagnostic techniques.
- Participate in extended working day and out-of-hours service.
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Technical knowledge
Adaptability
Education
IBMS Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
Job description
Job Summary
The South of Tyne Pathology Service is an established consolidated network with laboratories across three sites, servicing both Gateshead and South Tyneside/Sunderland trusts.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service for a qualified Biomedical Scientist / Specialist Biomedical Scientist positions to work across the three hospital sites.
Our forward thinking and innovative department has state of the art equipment and technology and a fantastic training ethos to encourage development of staff to reach their full potential.
This vacancy is part of our 'refer a friend' scheme, this means if a friend who currently works for us has told you about this vacancy you could both receive a cash payment. The full scheme details are included with the additional documents for this role.
Main duties of the job
The clinical laboratory team provides a High Quality Specialist Diagnostic Service to improve the Health Care of the people of South of Tyne and Wear.
As part of the team the post holder will be expected to further develop knowledge and skills in a range of specialist diagnostic techniques within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion department including Flow Cytometry, Haemoglobinopathy screening and specialised coagulation.
Successful Candidates Will Have:
Full participation in the relevant Department's extended working day and the out of hours service is a mandatory requirement of all posts following suitable training.
About Us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Details
Date posted
21 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year Dependent on qualifications and experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
297-7306437
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
Job Description
Job responsibilities
A detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
A detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Essential
Essential
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
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
Employer's website
https://www.qegateshead.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
Employer's website
https://www.qegateshead.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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The South of Tyne Pathology Service is an established consolidated network with laboratories across three sites, servicing both Gateshead and South Tyneside/Sunderland trusts.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service for a qualified Biomedical Scientist / Specialist Biomedical Scientist positions to work across the three hospital sites.
Our forward thinking and innovative department has state of the art equipment and technology and a fantastic training ethos to encourage development of staff to reach their full potential.
This vacancy is part of our 'refer a friend' scheme, this means if a friend who currently works for us has told you about this vacancy you could both receive a cash payment. The full scheme details are included with the additional documents for this role.
Main duties of the job
The clinical laboratory team provides a High Quality Specialist Diagnostic Service to improve the Health Care of the people of South of Tyne and Wear.
As part of the team the post holder will be expected to further develop knowledge and skills in a range of specialist diagnostic techniques within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion department including Flow Cytometry, Haemoglobinopathy screening and specialised coagulation.
Successful Candidates Will Have:
- An innovative, forward looking approach.
- Excellent interpersonal / communication skills.
- Enthusiasm to learn and develop technical knowledge.
- Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
Full participation in the relevant Department's extended working day and the out of hours service is a mandatory requirement of all posts following suitable training.
About Us
Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.
Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.
We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.
Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.
We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.
The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.
Details
Date posted
21 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£29,970 to £36,483 a year Dependent on qualifications and experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
297-7306437
Job locations
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
Job Description
Job responsibilities
A detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
A detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- IBMS Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
- Completed IBMS Registration Portfolio or equivalent, HCPC registered
Essential
- Considerable NHS Pathology Laboratory Experience
- NHS Laboratory experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion
Essential
- Considerable NHS Pathology Laboratory Experience
- NHS Laboratory experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion
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
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
Employer's website
https://www.qegateshead.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Avenue
Gateshead
NE9 6SX
Employer's website
https://www.qegateshead.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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