Specialist Biomedical Scientist | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in Dorset is seeking a motivated individual to join the Blood Sciences team. This role involves working flexibly within a 37.5 hour week and providing a variety of investigations. Applicants must be registered BMS staff and have experience in Biochemistry or Haematology. The department promotes professional growth with HCPC training and a supportive environment. The position may also offer sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route.

Qualifications

• Current band 5 candidates pursuing further study are considered.
• Candidates must be HCPC Registered.
• Department encourages professional development.

Responsibilities

• Join the Blood Sciences team at Dorset County Hospital.
• Participate in the 24/7 shift system after training.
• Provide a wide range of investigations to hospital clinicians.

Skills

Experience in Biochemistry

Experience in Haematology

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Registered BMS staff

HCPC Registration

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to join our friendly Blood Sciences team at Dorset County Hospital. 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 a 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 General Practitioners. As a multidisciplinary 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.

Qualifications

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. The laboratories are approved for HCPC training and are accredited to ISO15189:2012. The department has IBMS training approval, UKAS ISO15189:2022 accreditation and encourages professional development.

Benefits & Development

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

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.

Application

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. The advert closes on Sunday 28 Dec 2025.