Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Training Lead)

Frontier Perspectives; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 35 days

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Wellness screening

Life assurance

Discounts & cashback

Career development

Job summary

Spire Southampton Hospital is seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Training Lead) to join its pathology team in Southampton. This role focuses on staff development, laboratory excellence, and delivering high-quality diagnostic services.

You will lead training, coordinate education activities, and work with the Laboratory Consultant, Pathology Manager, and national training teams to maintain clinical and operational standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent qualification.
• Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with HCPC.
• Experience in a clinical or scientific laboratory environment.
• Experience in staff training, mentoring, or education.
• Knowledge of clinical audit and quality assurance processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Experience within the independent healthcare sector is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead training, education, and competency development for pathology staff.
• Perform specialist biomedical investigations, analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Ensure accurate handling, processing, and management of laboratory specimens.
• Contribute to research, service development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Apply advanced laboratory technologies and best practices within specialist disciplines.
• Maintain compliance with clinical governance, laboratory quality standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Promote equality, diversity, and patient-centred care across pathology services.
• Support infection prevention and control policies within the laboratory.
• Collaborate with consultants, laboratory managers, and national pathology education teams.
• Assist in maintaining efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality pathology services.

Education

Biomedical Science degree

Job description

Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Training Lead)

Spire Southampton Hospital

Location Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Country United Kingdom

Field Allied Health

About the Role

Spire Southampton Hospital is seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Training Lead) to join its pathology team in Southampton. This position is ideal for an experienced Biomedical Scientist who is passionate about laboratory excellence, staff development, and delivering high-quality diagnostic services.

The successful candidate will support the management and development of pathology services, coordinate training and education activities, and work closely with the Laboratory Consultant, Pathology Manager, and National Pathology Training team to maintain high clinical and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support training, education, and competency development for pathology staff.
• Perform specialist biomedical investigations, analysis, interpretation, and reporting.
• Ensure accurate handling, processing, and management of laboratory specimens.
• Contribute to research, service development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Apply advanced laboratory technologies and best practices within specialist disciplines.
• Maintain compliance with clinical governance, laboratory quality standards, and health & safety regulations.
• Promote equality, diversity, and patient-centred care across pathology services.
• Support infection prevention and control policies within the laboratory.
• Collaborate with consultants, laboratory managers, and national pathology education teams.
• Assist in maintaining efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality pathology services.

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Degree in Biomedical Science, Medical Laboratory Science, or an equivalent qualification.
• Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience working in a clinical or scientific laboratory environment.
• Strong understanding of pathology service delivery and laboratory quality standards.
• Experience in staff training, mentoring, or education.
• Knowledge of clinical audit and quality assurance processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Experience within the independent healthcare sector is desirable.

Working Hours

• 37.5 hours per week
• Rotating shifts including:
  • Standard: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Early: 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Late: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Weekend shifts on a rota
• Participation in the on-call rota is required.
• Candidates must live within approximately 30 minutes of the hospital to respond to urgent on-call requests.

Employee Benefits

Spire Healthcare offers an attractive benefits package, including:

• 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Life assurance
• Employee discounts and cashback through the Spire rewards platform
• Career development and training opportunities

Why Join Spire Healthcare?

Spire Southampton Hospital is recognised for delivering outstanding private healthcare services, including nationally renowned cardiac care and advanced pathology services. You'll become part of a collaborative team committed to clinical excellence, continuous learning, and exceptional patient care.