Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology & Blood Transfusion UHD

University Hospitals Dorset; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset is seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist for the Haematology and Blood Transfusion sections. The post is Band 6, based at Royal Bournemouth Hospital with cross-site work at Poole, on a 37.5-hour full-time contract.

The role requires HCPC registration, with rotation through Haematology, Coagulation and Transfusion. Opportunities exist to pursue IBMS Specialist Portfolio with support for CPD within a nationally recognised lab.

Qualifications

• BSc in Biomedical Science and HCPC registration as a BMS.
• IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Haematology and Transfusion or equivalent experience at Band 6.
• Evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD) and willingness to develop further.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through all sections of the Haematology and Blood Transfusion department.
• Participate in the 24/7 shift system.
• Work at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital with cross-site rotations to Poole on rotation.
• Maintain checks and accuracy in diagnostic testing and reporting.

Skills

Haematology experience

Coagulation experience

Transfusion experience

Education

BSc in Biomedical Science

MSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Tools

Winpath software

Quality Management Software

Spreadsheet software

Database software

Job description

Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology & Blood Transfusion UHD

Band 6

Main area Haematology/Blood Transfusion Grade Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Shift patterns: Day 09:00- 17:30, Late 12:30-20:30, Extended Day 08:00-20:30, Night 20:15-08:15) Job ref 153-SP06994

Department name 01. UHD - General Recruitment Site The Dorset Pathology Hub (Royal Bournemouth Hospital) Town Bournemouth Salary £39,959 - £48,117 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 10/11/2026 23:59 Interview date 19/11/2026

As University Hospitals Dorset we are a three site acute trust with ‘university hospital’ status through our partnership with Bournemouth University, working with an annual budget of £730m.

We offer highly regarded health services, employing some 10,000 staff. Our ambitious £500m transformation programme is well on the way to delivering state-of-the-art facilities over the next two years to meet the current and future healthcare needs of the populations we serve.

In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with over seven miles of sandy beaches you’ll find inspirational opportunities to achieve your perfect work/life balance. With the New Forest and the Purbecks on our doorstep, we’re also less than three hours from London by road or train. The thriving towns of Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch give way to idyllic villages and unspoilt landscapes just minutes from our hospitals.

We believe that having a diverse workforce, and allowing people to be themselves, is essential in ensuring we offer an inclusive, welcoming and productive place to work.

We especially welcome applications from minority groups in the community who may be underrepresented in our workforce.

At UHD our active staff network groups are the Women's Network, Black Asian Minority Ethnic Group (BAME), Pride Network, European (EU), Pro Ability Staff Network, and the Armed Forces Support Group.

As a Trust we are proudly signed up to the Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant guaranteed interview schemes.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support the preparation of their application. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of your own experience and suitability. Personal integrity is an important part of the recruitment process.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has come available for an enthusiastic, motivated, Specialist Biomedical Scientist in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion sections of Blood Sciences at University Hospitals Dorset. We are looking for a Biomedical Scientist, who is professional, reliable, innovative and flexible to join our friendly and hardworking team. This department offers full training and future development opportunities for the right candidates to further develop their skills and ambition.

The Haematology & Blood Transfusion department is part of the Blood Sciences department of University Hospitals Dorset. The post is based at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital (in The Dorset Pathology Hub), but the successful candidate will be working at our laboratory in Poole Local Services Laboratory, on rotation. The modern departments offers a wide range of diagnostic testing facilities for Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals as well as local GP practices. The department is fully UKAS accredited and an IBMS accredited training laboratory.

The successful candidate will regularly rotate through all sections of the Haematology & Blood Transfusion department and will be required to participate in the 24/7 shift system.

This role required HCPC Registration.

Base location - Royal Bournemouth Hospital base, cross site working at Poole on rotation

Interview: 19th November

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent, be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as a BMS, have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio (Haematology and Transfusion) or have equivalent proven experience at Band 6 level in Haematology/Blood Transfusion. Evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD) will be expected to be demonstrated at interview. Candidates completing their Specialist Portfolio may be considered however they would start on band 5 if unable to satisfy the Specialist BMS criteria and will be promoted to a Specialist BMS upon completion of the Specialist portfolio.

About our team?

The Haematology department is well equipped, including 3 Beckman Coulter DxH 900s, a Starrsed RS ESR analyser, TOSOH G11 for HPLC and 2 Sta R Max coagulation analysers. The clinical Haematology department is internationally renowned as a centre of excellence for chronic blood disorders including chronic lymphocytic leukaemia and myelodysplastic syndromes. The Coagulation department supports a comprehensive haemophilia service and provides a full range of coagulation tests

The Transfusion department is keen and progressive contributing to several NHSBT pilots and steering groups, the latest being one of four full sites for the Integrated Stock Management Scheme.

Working for our organisation

Transfusion also offers opportunity to contribute to the clinical trials we are participating in, and we have a very keen interest in patient blood management. We are fully automated with Bio-Rad IH500 analysers, electronic issue, Electronic Dispatch Note, Automatic Stock Replenishment and full Haemonetics blood tracking from vein to vein

UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview.

If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions.

UHD has active networks including Women’s, BAME, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes.

AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.

We can also offer relocation support (as determined by the Trust policy), to support you in your move to #TeamUHD

Person specification

Qualifications

• Completed Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science
• Registration with HCPC.
• IBMS specialist portfolio or equivalent post graduate knowledge e.g. competency based evidence of specialist techniques
• MSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent area of specialty

Experience

• Demonstrable experience of working in Haematology, Coagulation and Transfusion
• Experience of working in a UKAS ISO 15189 and MHRA approved laboratory
• Experience of working shifts over a 24/7 periodGood interpretive skills at bench level
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of common IT software
• Handling biological specimens
• Familiarity with database and spread sheet software.
• Familiarity with Quality Management Software
• Familiarity with Winpath software

Knowledge

• Willing and able to learn new skills.
• Currently participating in CPD
• A good understanding of Haematology/ Coagulation and Transfusion Science
• Ability to train junior staff to work in accordance to SOPs

Other requirements specific to the role

• Desire and ability to relocate to the area.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to prioritise.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately to provide an urgent patient centred service
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Please note:

Staff recruited are expected to be available to work flexibly across all our Trust locations to meet service demands.

This advert may be closed early if sufficient applications are received.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself and our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst this vaccination is not a condition of employment we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.

Internal Candidates: staff employed prior to merger who voluntarily change jobs will be appointed to UHD terms and conditions.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.