Senior Biomedical Scientist, Cellular Pathology

North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in Tees Valley is seeking a motivated Senior Biomedical Scientist for a fixed term 12-month contract in the Cellular pathology department. The role involves specimen dissection, staff supervision, and quality service delivery. Applicants should be HCPC registered with a Specialist Portfolio in Biomedical Science. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Sponsorship for visas

Focus on health and wellbeing initiatives

Staff recognition programs

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
• In-depth knowledge of Cellular pathology.
• IBMS Specialist Portfolio and an appropriate higher qualification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in routine specimen dissection and provide advanced technical support as required.
• Provide supervision and staff management within the department.
• Contribute to the maintenance of departmental UKAS accreditation.
• Analyse and process pathology specimens and provide technically accurate results.

Skills

IT skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

HCPC registration

IBMS Specialist Portfolio

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and innovative Senior Biomedical Scientist for a fixed term 12 month contract in our newly refurbished Cellular pathology department. The post holder will be expected to work closely with other senior staff across pathology to deliver a high quality service to our users.

Responsibilities

• Participate in routine specimen dissection and provide advanced technical support as required.
• Provide supervision and staff management within the department.
• Contribute to the maintenance of departmental UKAS accreditation.
• Work on an extended rota between 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday, with a 1:5 Saturday rotation on a rotational basis; cross-site working between North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust as part of a joint service.
• Depose for the relevant Lead Scientist as required and participate in regional and national groups to develop guidelines and support pathology provision across the wider NHS.
• Analyse and process pathology specimens and provide technically accurate results; be intrinsically involved in quality and service development.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
• IBMS Specialist Portfolio and an appropriate higher qualification.
• In-depth knowledge of Cellular pathology.

Working Arrangements

The department operates an extended working day Monday – Friday between 7am and 6pm, with cross-site working as appropriate. The post is a senior level laboratory role including supervision, training and management to provide a technical service meeting Trust and national standards.

Other Information

• DBS clearance: New candidates are required to pay the cost of the DBS certificate via salary deduction from the first month’s pay; the check will be undertaken during pre-employment screening.
• Probation: A 6 month probationary period applies to new employees; internal applicants and those appointed to fixed-term appointments of less than 6 months are exempt from probation unless otherwise specified.
• Employment references: References covering the last three years of employment are required; ensure referee emails are on the application.
• Sponsorship: We offer sponsorship for Health and Care Worker or Skilled Worker visas, subject to eligibility.
• We are an inclusive employer, committed to safe, high-quality care and development opportunities; we support values, health and wellbeing initiatives, staff recognition, and progression opportunities.