Specialist Bms In Haematology

Leeds Teaching Hospitals Nhs Trust; Ledston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Leeds is recruiting a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Haematology) to join the Blood Sciences department. You will work in a large hub laboratory serving LTHT and regional services, contributing to accurate and timely Haematology testing.

You must be HCPC registered with an accredited biomedical sciences degree, hold a Specialist Portfolio in Haematology, and be able to lead and supervise colleagues while delivering 24/7 pathology service as part of a rota.

Qualifications

• Accredited degree in biomedical sciences or HCPC-accepted qualification.
• Registered Biomedical Scientist with the HCPC.
• Specialist Portfolio in Haematology.
• Fully trained morphologist.
• Competent in portfolio-based competencies.
• Flexibility for 24/7 rota and team-based work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out wide range of specialist clinical haematology investigations.
• Lead and supervise junior staff within the laboratory.
• Ensure QC and EQA is maintained and interpreted.
• Contribute to ISO15189 accreditation and audits.
• Communicate complex results to clinical teams and engineers.

Skills

HCPC registered

Haematology experience

Blood film morphology

Leadership

24/7 rota readiness

Education

Accredited Biomedical Sciences degree

Job description

Job reference: 002216

Salary: Band 6 - £39,959-£48,117

Closing date: 25/10/2026

Department: Blood Sciences

Location: St James's University Hospital

Division: Pathology CSU

Hours Per Week: 22.5

Job Summary

This is an exciting time to join one of the largest Pathology departments in the country. Our new £30m Pathology building (on the St. James's University Hospital site) and new Acute Hospital Laboratory (on the Leeds General Infirmary site) are now operational. The Department of Blood Sciences is seeking to recruit experienced and innovative Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Haematology to help shape, deliver and improve the service we deliver to our patients.

• To carry out the job sufficiently and effectively you will have successfully studied for an accredited degree in biomedical sciences, or other equivalent qualification acceptable to the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
• Registered Biomedical Scientist with the HCPC.
• Hold a Specialist Portfolio in Haematology.
• Fully trained and competent morphologist.
• Fully competent member of the department following successful completion of competencies.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Be flexible for unsocial hours of working and participate in our 24/7 Hours rota
• To be able to perform a wide range of specialist clinical technical investigations
• Have excellent communication skills, manual dexterity, attention to detail and be able to prioritise workload effectively.
• Working in different sections of the department you will have the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute towards the provision of an accurate and timely service for patients.
• You will be expected to apply professional judgements and specialist skills to technically complex and sometimes difficult situations.
• Within the team you may be required to organise the tasks of support workers.
• You will be required to communicate highly complex information, often related to patient management and care, to colleagues, healthcare staff and other organisations including engineers and service providers.
• The post holder will assist in the day to day running of the laboratory or a particular section of the laboratory, under supervision/delegation of the advanced biomedical scientist. This will involve QC and EQA authorisation and maintenance of sophisticated equipment.
• Maintain continuous professional development and competencies.
• EQA review and interpretation of reports is a desirable skill, but full training will be provided
• Leadership skills to supervise and support more junior members of staff within the laboratory.
• Support the department maintain its accreditation status to ISO15189

Interview Information

Interview will be held in person, due to practical elements of the interview process.

Planned interview Date: 11th November

Why you should join our Team

Our Pathology services operate across two large university teaching hospitals in the Leeds Metropolitan area with a population of around 2.3 million and provide services both regionally and nationally. In addition to the new laboratory projects, we are also working towards New Pathology Partnership with Mid Yorkshire NHS trust and Huddersfield NHS Trust to harmonise our practices and collaboratively contribute to better patient outcomes.

Construction on the new Leeds Children's Hospital is also planned, which will include all in-patient maternity and specialist neonatal services to become the largest single site maternity centre in the UK.

The successful candidate will be well supported by the wider scientific and clinical teams. The Blood Sciences Department is accredited to ISO15189 and by the IBMS as a training laboratory in both Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology.

Why should you join our team?

• Become part of a team that plays a vital role in patient care by delivering accurate and timely haematology test results that support diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring.
• Join LTHT Haematology Department with a strong reputation for high-quality diagnostic services, modern technology, and a commitment to excellence in healthcare, with the largest automation tracking system in the North.
• Benefit from ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities to expand your skills while working alongside experienced laboratory professionals.
• Collaborate with dedicated scientists, laboratory staff, and clinicians in an environment that values teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to a laboratory that prioritises quality, patient safety, health and safety, confidentiality, and innovation in every aspect of its work.
• Enjoy the opportunity to grow within one of the largest healthcare organisations while making a meaningful contribution to improving patient outcomes.

What you will bring to the role

The successful candidate will work within a large hub laboratory utilising cutting edge technology, serving both Leeds Teaching Hospitals and the wider community. This includes the regional Oncology centre and the Leeds Children's Hospital, which is a unique opportunity for the successful candidate to gain wide ranging experience within the discipline.

To be considered for this Specialist Biomedical Scientist (AFC Band 6) position in Haematology, you must be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist and have significant experience working as a Biomedical Scientist in Haematology in an NHS laboratory. Competence in blood film morphology is essential.

The post holder will be expected to gain competence in techniques to enable participation in the delivery of 24-hour Pathology service. This entails contracted participation in a 24/7 rota.

Successful candidates should possess the leadership skills to supervise and support more junior members of staff within the laboratory. In addition, the candidate will support the department maintain its accreditation status to ISO15189. Relevant training and support will be provided for the successful candidate.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our Trust Values:

Responsible
We take responsibility for our own behaviours and actions

Open and Honest
We share information, listen to feedback, and speak up so we can learn and improve

One Team
We work across teams to support each other and put patients at the heart of everything we do

Kind
We ensure everyone is heard,includedand respected

Pathology CSU values:

• We care
• We work together
• We respect each other

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.