Training Lead - Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Pathology)

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

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.