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Biomedical Scientist - Clinical Biochemistry

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

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Location
Salary
£32,073 - £39,043 pa
Profession
Health science services
Grade
Band 5
Deadline
19 May 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
04 May 2026

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join our team in the Clinical Biochemistry Department of our ISO15189:2022 accredited laboratory at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. We provide diagnostic and monitoring services to patients across a wide geographical area and support our acute services across both the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole General Hospital within the Trust.

Applicants nearing HCPC registration will be considered for appointment at Trainee Biomedical Scientist level until registration is achieved.

We are a supportive Trust committed to staff development, offering training and ongoing professional development opportunities.

The One Dorset Pathology service unites Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital, and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals to deliver a high-quality, efficient, and consistent service. It is part of the national ‘S6’ pathology network, alongside Hampshire Hospitals, Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, Salisbury, and Southampton.

This role required HCPC Registration.

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

Base location - Royal Bournemouth Hospital but you will be required to work across site.

Rota: You will be required to be involved in the out of hours rota

Interview date  - Week commencing on Monday, 1st June 2026

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will:

  • Be required to act in a scientific role in the analysis of blood, body fluids, tissues and cells using specialised laboratory equipment to determine the presence or absence of disease, enabling diagnosis and also to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.
  • Responsible for delegated tasks, involved in the day-to-day organisation and delivery of a clinical pathology service that enables high standards of patient care.
  • Assist in the teaching and development of  trainee staff and support workers.
  • Expected to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in Biochemistry as part of their continuing professional development (CPD).

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert