Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology & Blood Transfusion

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sussex is seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Haematology & Blood Transfusion. The role involves rotating through various laboratory sections, ensuring accurate test results, and communicating with clinicians. Candidates must have HCPC registration and relevant experience. The Trust values diversity and offers flexible working options, extensive wellbeing support, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years NHS laboratory experience, with at least 1 year in Haematology.
• HCPC Registration required.

Responsibilities

• Work across all sections of the Haematology laboratory.
• Participate in a 24-hour shift system, including nights and weekends.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of disease processes

Education

BSc Biomedical Sciences

IBMS-accredited degree

Job description

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Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology & Blood Transfusion

Band 6

Main area: Blood Sciences | Grade: Band 6 | Contract: Permanent | Hours:

• Full time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (Participation in 24/7 shift is mandatory) | Job ref: 279-43462517-MAY25

Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust | Employer type: NHS | Sites: Royal Sussex County Hospital and Princess Royal Hospital | Town: Brighton / Haywards Heath | Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum | Salary period: Yearly | Closing: 20/05/2025 23:59

About our Trust

At UHSussex, we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we exemplify excellence, ambition, and NHS values for over 70 years.

Our dedicated staff work together to prioritize patients. Our mission is summed up by our motto, "where better never stops," and you will contribute to our progress and to improving patient lives across Sussex.

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging everyone to succeed. We offer staff networks, buddy schemes, and are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We provide compassionate care, extensive wellbeing support, flexible working options, and opportunities for learning and development to help you grow and feel valued throughout your career with us.

We look forward to your application and to welcoming you to UHSussex.

Job overview

We invite applications from motivated HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientists for a role within the Haematology laboratory at UHSussex. The successful candidate will rotate through all sections of the laboratory across our hospital sites.

Candidates working towards their IBMS Specialist Portfolio are eligible; the full Band 6 post will be awarded upon completion.

The department offers Haematology, Coagulation, Immunohaematology, and Blood Transfusion services, holds ISO 15189 accreditation, and is approved for training by the Institute of Biomedical Sciences.

Major investments and upcoming developments will reinforce the Trust’s role as a healthcare leader in South East England.

Main duties of the job

The Haematology department operates four sections across two sites. The successful candidate will work across all sections and participate in a 24-hour shift system, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays, subject to competency assessment. Additional pay applies for out-of-hours work.

Working for our organisation

We promote diversity, inclusion, and a supportive environment. Our wellbeing programs, flexible working, and staff networks are designed to foster a positive workplace. We are committed to compassionate care and continuous professional development, ensuring our staff are valued and supported throughout their careers.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Local agreements cover additional payments for outside-standard hours work, including significant shift enhancements. The post requires working out of hours after competency assessment.

Main Duties

• Extensive knowledge of disease processes and diagnostic test relevance, understanding medical terminology and test requests.
• Communicating with physicians regarding test suitability and availability of further tests, consulting senior staff when needed.
• Validating results per SOP, interpreting results with previous data, requesting additional work, and referring complex cases to senior staff.
• Handling unsuitable samples and requesting repeats as per departmental policy.
• Communicating complex or sensitive results to clinicians accurately and ensuring proper documentation.

Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification for details.

Person specification

Qualifications

• HCPC Registration
• BSc Biomedical Sciences or IBMS-accredited degree suitable for HCPC registration

Experience

• Minimum 2 years NHS laboratory experience, with at least 1 year in Haematology
• Experience with specialist techniques

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Experience championing diversity and undertaking personal development to understand equality issues

Additional Information

AI-generated applications will be monitored. The role may close early if interest is high or application caps are reached. Flexible working options are available; discuss with the line manager. DBS checks are required, and sponsorship may be available for eligible visa applicants. For application assistance, contact the relevant NHS email addresses provided.