Locum Haematology & Blood Transfusion BMS - Cumbria

Pulse Staffing Limited; Papakura; On-site; NZD 81,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Staffing Limited is seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist specializing in Haematology to join a busy NHS laboratory in Cumbria. You will perform full blood counts, coagulation studies, and blood film morphology, ensuring accurate analysis and high quality results.

The role is full-time with core hours, immediate start, and NHS experience preferred. HCPC registration and a Biomedical Science degree are required, with exposure to automated transfusion platforms and LIMS helping to support

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is required.
• Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Experience in Haematology within a clinical laboratory.
• Experience in Haematology and/or Blood Transfusion; automated transfusion experience (Ortho platforms, Sysmex analysers, Telepath LIMS).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• NHS experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform full blood counts, coagulation studies and blood film morphology.
• Ensure accurate analysis and maintain quality control.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to support patient care.

Skills

HCPC registration

Degree in Biomedical Science

Haematology experience

Ortho platforms

Sysmex analysers

Telepath LIMS

Strong analytical

Excellent communication

NHS experience

Education

Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Tools

Ortho platforms

Sysmex analysers

Telepath LIMS

Job description

Biomedical Scientist in Haematology

Banding: Band 6

Location: Cumbria

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing

Working Pattern: Core hours only

Hourly Rate: £25 - £27

We are currently seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist specialising in Haematology to join our client’s team in Cumbria. This is a full-time, ongoing position working core hours only, offering a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to contribute to a busy and well-established laboratory service.

Key Responsibilities

You will perform full blood counts, coagulation studies, and blood film morphology. You will ensure accurate analysis, maintain quality control, and collaborate with clinical teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• HCPC registration




• Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent




• Experience in Haematology within a clinical laboratory




• Experience in Haematology and or Blood Transfusion.Automated Transfusion Experience - Ideally Ortho platforms,Sysmex analysers,and Telepath LIMS




• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills




• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities




• NHS experience (required)

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your application and placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.