Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in Milton Keynes is seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join their Blood Science team. You will be responsible for performing complex analyses and ensuring quality in a busy laboratory environment. Candidates must have an IBMS Accredited BSc, HCPC registration, and strong teamwork skills. This role offers a full-time position with flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Must hold honours degree in biomedical science.
• Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a practitioner in biomedical science.
• Understanding of Quality Assurance.

Responsibilities

• Perform and validate complex analytical investigations on blood and other biological materials.
• Train and supervise junior staff.
• Contribute to method development and service improvement.

Skills

Effective team worker

Ability to operate, maintain and calibrate complex equipment

Good communication skills

Education

IBMS Accredited BSc (Hons)

HCPC State Registration

Job description

Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 05 November 2025

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

An opportunity has arisen within this busy Pathology service to join the Blood Science (Chemical Pathology) team. Do you have experience working as a Biomedical Scientist in a Chemistry Laboratory? Would you like to join a hardworking, caring and collaborative team?

You will work as part of a dedicated team of Biomedical Scientists within the Chemical Pathology department, delivering a high-quality, efficient and responsive diagnostic service.

Responsibilities include performing and validating complex analytical investigations on blood and other biological materials, ensuring accuracy, reliability and timely reporting of results to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

You will maintain competence across all analytical platforms, troubleshoot instrumentation, uphold quality assurance standards, and participate in internal and external quality schemes.

For further information contact Sanjiv Sawock ([e-mail]), Chemical Pathology Operational Manager 01908 995831 or Telephone the laboratory and ask to speak to a Senior 01908 955761

Interview 13th November 2025

Main duties of the job

You will contribute to the training and supervision of junior staff, assist with method development and service improvement, and work flexibly as part of the 24/7 service to ensure continuity of patient care in accordance with Trust and national standards.

You will be part of a team of Biomedical Scientists delivering a diagnostic service analysing and reporting on blood, urine, faeces and other materials to achieve the objectives of efficient and effective patient care, and effective resource management within the hospital.

You will undertake responsibilities within the Chemical Pathology department to meet all required national and Trust standards.

About us

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children\'s Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Job responsibilities

Working Relationships

To practice speciality within a managed environment.

To work both alone and as part of a departmental team.

Knowledge and Experience

Must hold honours degree in biomedical science.

Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a practitioner in biomedical science.

Main Responsibilities

To operate in a professional manner in compliance with the professional codes of conduct (IBMS).

To organise daily duties in the provision of a quality service.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

• Knowledge of Health and Safety considerations
• IBMS Accredited BSc (Hons)
• HCPC State Registration
• Evidence of relevant continued professional development
• Understanding of Quality Assurance
• Understanding of QMS and accreditation standards (ISO 15189)

Experience

• Experience as a BMS in chemical pathology laboratory
• Understanding of Quality Assurance.
• Participation in out of hours service.
• Participation in the evaluation of new analysers/ analyses
• Instrument maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Awareness of wider NHS/Pathology initiatives

Skills

• Effective team worker
• Sound understanding of H&S legislation and requirements
• Ability to operate, maintain and calibrate complex equipment
• Ability to work accurately at a rate of output appropriate to a diagnostic laboratory

Personal and people development

• Ability to work on own and as part of a team.
• Experience of planning and implementing training of other staff
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexible approach
• IT literate
• Forward thinking

Communication

• Good communication skills including a clear command of written and spoken English

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.

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust