Specialist Biomedical Scientist | Barts Health NHS Trust

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Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in London is seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Haematology and Blood Transfusion. The position involves working at various partnership sites with a commitment to high-quality patient service. Candidates must be HCPC registered and preferably have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio. This role offers a chance to join an innovative organization in a diverse working environment.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist is mandatory.
• Completion of the IBMS Specialist Diploma preferred but training available.
• Experience in haematology and blood transfusion is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Participate in 24-hour Agenda for Change shift system.
• Support clinical services and patient needs.
• Cover and provide support to other ESEL sites as required.

Skills

Strong team player

Positive attitude towards flexible work

Commitment to clinical services

Education

HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist

Completed IBMS Specialist Portfolio

Tools

Winpath LIMS

Bio-Rad Variant II

Sysmex systems

Job description

***Previous applicants need not apply***

Specialist Biomedical Scientist – Haematology & Blood Transfusion

HCAS (Inner or outer) will be based upon your allocated site

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership’s (ESEL) Haematology Department, as we currently have Specialist Biomedical Scientist vacancies across our partnership sites.

We require strong team players with a positive attitude to working flexibly, committed to supporting the clinical services of the Trust and meeting the needs of our patients by participating in a 24-hour Agenda for Change shift system.

The successful candidates will be primarily based at one of the following sites but may be expected to cover and support other ESEL sites depending on service demand.

The ESEL partnership consists of the following hub and spoke sites: Royal London Hospital (hub), St Bartholomew’s Hospital, Newham University Hospital, Homerton Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Hospital (Woolwich), and University Hospital Lewisham.

All laboratories are UKAS accredited, utilize Winpath LIMSand are equipped with Sysmex systems in Haematology and Coagulation across all sites. Blood Transfusion employs Bio-Rad and Grifols analyzers to support the largest Blood Transfusion department in the UK.

Vacancy may close early if adequate applicants are received.

The Specialist Haematology section at RLH is equipped with Bio-Rad Variant II and Sebia Capillarys systems, whilst the Specialist Haemostasis section offers extensive testing to support the respective Comprehensive Care Centres within Barts Health for haemophilia, sickle cell anemia, thalassemia, and paediatric haematology.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and innovative organization to deliver a high-quality service for one of the largest networked laboratories within the NHS.

The successful candidate MUST be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist AND have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio.

Note: Candidates who do not hold the completed IBMS Specialist Diploma may be considered but will be employed under an Annex 21 contract, where a percentage of Specialist Band 6 BMS salary will apply. Training support will be provided for completion of the IBMS Specialist Diploma across a day and night working pattern.

The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organization providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. It is hosted by Barts Health.

The Pathology Partnership operates on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital as the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) at other hospital sites. Pathology services include Blood Sciences (Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Biochemistry), Infectious Diseases (Microbiology, Virology), Cellular Pathology (Histopathology, Cytology, mortuary services), Immunology, Cytogenetics, Molecular Haematology, Immunophenotyping, Clinical Transplantation, and Retinoblastoma.

The total operating costs across the Partnership for 2020/21 were approximately £126 million per annum, with a workforce of around 822 WTE. We strive to embody our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, ensuring every staff member feels a sense of belonging. We value diversity and support an inclusive working environment.

We are dedicated to making this an outstanding place to work and will collaborate with you to ensure the best experience. We understand flexible working means different things to different people. If you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities, and the person specification outlines the required qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge. Please view the attached documents for more details.

If you require further information, please contact:

Gareth Heywood-Beldon, ESL Operational Lead – NUH, via telephone at 0207 363 8068 or email at [e-mail]

This advert closes on Friday 25 Jul 2025.