Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
3 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills/ Abilities
Good organisational skills Good communication skills – both written and verbal Good technical skills
- Experience/ Knowledge
Relevant experience in post registration working in haematology/Immunology/ blood transfusion or equivalent experience.
- Education/ Qualifications
BSc(hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent qualification Specialist knowledge in Haematology and hospital transfusion science
Desirable
3 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience/ Knowledge
Experience in out of hours
- Education/ Qualifications
Membership of the IBMS
- Education/ Qualifications
CPD evidence
Job overview
Join our dynamic Blood Sciences team at KGH and play a vital role in delivering high-quality Haematology, Immunology, Haemoglobinopathy and Blood Transfusion service 24/7. This is your chance to make a real impact at the heart of patient care while developing your skills in one of the busiest services in the region, supporting emergency and specialist care with over 26 million tests annually.
Why KGH?
- Be part of a close-knit, supportive team on a 24/7 rota where your expertise truly matters.
- Modern, well-equipped laboratory with excellent transport links.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
About You:
- HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with specialist Haematology and Blood Transfusion experience.
- Confident working independently and maintaining high standards under pressure.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
What We Offer:
- Continuous professional development in a progressive department.
- A friendly, collaborative environment where your work makes a difference every day.
The Haematology Department operates across two laboratories (KGH and QH), managed as a single service. While staff may be asked to work across both sites, this role will be primarily based at KGH on the 24/7 day and night rota. Annex positions will be considered.
Main duties of the job
To perform technical work as required in a section of the laboratory under the supervision of senior BMS staff.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Pubudu Chandrasekera, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5110. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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This advert is for Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist with Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust in Romford, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Biomedical scientist role. The advertised salary is £45,953 - £54,254 Per Annum Inclusive. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 20 Sep 2026.
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