Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dorchester seeks a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join their Blood Sciences team. The ideal candidate will possess a specialism in Biochemistry or Haematology and engage in service development within a modern laboratory. Responsibilities include supporting clinicians and managing shifts in a 24/7 system. This role offers substantial investment in staff development and training opportunities, encouraging continuous professional growth and an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

State-of-the-art modernisation

Qualifications

• Completion of Specialist Portfolio in a blood sciences specialty or equivalent advanced post graduate experience.
• HPC Registration is a must.
• Practical analytical skills associated with Blood Transfusion and Haematology/Coagulation.

Responsibilities

• Operate a combined Haematology, Blood Transfusion, and Biochemistry service.
• Participate in the 24/7 shift system after training.
• Provide a wide range of investigations to Hospital clinicians and General Practitioners.

Skills

Practical analytical skills in Blood Transfusion

Good attention to detail

Organizational and communication skills

Education

Completion of Specialist Portfolio in blood sciences

HPC Registration

Evidence of continuing professional development

Tools

Pathology computer systems

Job description

Specialist Biomedical Scientist

The closing date is 28 December 2025

This is an exciting time to join the pathology team in Dorset. We are currently making great progress with our vision to create a first class integrated pathology service for Dorset.

The 'One Dorset Pathology' service Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals will provide clinicians, patients and carers with a consistent and high standard of service across the area and maximise efficiency in the use of resources.

Staff will be able to develop to their full potential and substantial investment has been agreed, offering opportunities for service development and state‑of‑the‑art modernisation.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to join our friendly Blood Sciences team at Dorset County Hospital. The hospital is located in the county town of Dorchester which is eight miles from the Jurassic coastline and award‑winning beach. The department of Blood Sciences encompasses Blood Transfusion, Haematology and Biochemistry and the ideal candidate would have a specialism in one of these areas with a willingness to explore and train in other areas.

The department has IBMS training approval, UKAS ISO‑15189:2022 accreditation and encourages professional development.

Consideration will be given to current band 5 candidates who are pursuing further study who could be employed at annex 21.

Please note - Non HCPC Registered Applications will not be considered. This post is for currently registered BMS staff only.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will have experience in Biochemistry and/or Haematology & Blood Transfusion. The department operates a combined Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry service and after training you will be expected to become integrated as a full member of the busy department working flexibly within an 37.5 hour week. Participation in the 24/7 shift system, once trained, is expected and brings an additional payment at agenda for change pay rates.

The department provides a wide range of investigations to Hospital clinicians, Community Services and and General Practitioners. As a multidiscipline environment the department can offer the successful candidate a role with a more holistic view of blood sciences. We have supported staff to study for a wide range of qualifications including BBTS, MSc, and specialist portfolio.

The laboratories are approved for HCPC training and are accredited to ISO‑15189:2012.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under‑represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role may be available for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Sponsorship will be determined based on your current situation and on a case‑by‑case basis.

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [e-mail] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education Qualifications & Training

• Completion of Specialist Portfolio in a blood sciences specialty or equivalent advanced post graduate experience in at least one of; -Haematology -Biochemistry -Blood bank
• HPC Registration (Health Professional Council)
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Knowledge & Experience

• Practical analytical skills associated with Blood Transfusion and Haematology/Coagulation or Biochemistry in its routine service setting
• Availability to work nights and weekends, as part of a team as well as independently
• An understanding of analytical/diagnostic pathology at an appropriate level
• Experience of working in a UKAS and MHRA Blood Sciences accredited laboratory
• Ability to work methodically, work under pressure and adapt to changing demands appropriately
• Competent in using pathology computer systems
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Competence in the assessment of QA data and in the application of QC results to routine setting.
• Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake role
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Ability to cascade training to other appropriate grades of staff

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.

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust