Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology & Blood Transfusion UHD

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a motivated Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join their Special Haematology team. The position includes providing specialist support, operating advanced analysers, and assisting in service relocation from Poole to Bournemouth. The ideal candidate will hold a BSc in Biomedical Science and HCPC registration, with competencies in antenatal screening and haemoglobinopathy testing. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality diagnostic services in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist required.
• Completion of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio (Haematology) or equivalent experience.
• Candidates completing their Specialist Portfolio may start on Band 5.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist biomedical science support in Special Haematology.
• Assist with verification and training during service relocation.
• Operate and maintain Tosoh G11 analysers and use Winpath Enterprise.

Skills

Antenatal Screening

Haemoglobinopathy testing

HbA1C testing

Training and verification

Education

BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Tools

Tosoh G11 analysers

Winpath Enterprise

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.

An exciting opportunity has come available for an enthusiastic, motivated Specialist Biomedical Scientist in the Special Haematology section of Blood Sciences at University Hospitals Dorset. We are looking for a Biomedical Scientist who is experienced in Antenatal Screening, Haemoglobinopathy and HbA1C testing. The post is fixed term for maternity cover.

The Haematology department is part of the Blood Sciences department of University Hospitals Dorset. The post is currently based at Poole Hospital, but the successful candidate will be working at our laboratory in the Dorset Pathology Hub in Bournemouth. The Special Haematology service is moving from Poole to Bournemouth in a phased manner and the successful candidate will be expected to assist with verification and training amongst other tasks.

Ideally you will have experience with Tosoh G11 analysers and Winpath Enterprise. The modern department offers a wide range of diagnostic testing facilities for Dorset Hospitals as well as local GP practices. The department is fully UKAS accredited and an IBMS accredited training laboratory.

Please note if you previously applied and were not successful we will not be able to reconsider your application within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist biomedical science support in the Special Haematology service as part of the Blood Sciences department.
• Assist with verification and training as the service undergoes relocation from Poole to Bournemouth in a phased manner.
• Contribute to antenatal screening, haemoglobinopathy and HbA1C testing where applicable.
• Operate and maintain relevant analysers (ideally Tosoh G11) and use Winpath Enterprise where appropriate.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver high-quality diagnostic testing for Dorset Hospitals and local GP practices.

Qualifications and Experience

• BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio (Haematology) or equivalent proven experience at Band 6 level in Special Haematology. Evidence of CPD will be expected at interview.
• Candidates completing their Specialist Portfolio may be considered, but would start on Band 5 if unable to satisfy the Specialist BMS criteria.

About the Team and Environment

The Haematology department is well equipped, including 2 x G11 analysers for HbA1C analysis and 1 x G11 Thal mode. Electrophoresis is performed weekly. The clinical Haematology department is internationally renowned as a centre of excellence for chronic blood disorders including chronic lymphocytic leukaemia and myelodysplastic syndromes.

Additional Information

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. UHD is investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. Some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions at interview.

Please note if the role or service is relocated as part of a planned move, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement. Travel from the postholder's home to the new work base will be considered a normal commute. Any other changes not related to this relocation will be managed according to the relevant Trust or National terms and conditions.

To understand the role in more detail please contact Stacey Reichter or Yvette Berry. This role requires HCPC Registration.

Base Location: Poole Hospital - requires cross site working at Bournemouth Hospital. Interview Date: TBC.

This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Sep 2025.