Biomedical Scientist Haematology and Blood Transfusion Band 6

Job details

• Branch: Belfast HSCT
• Location: LABS
• Salary: Band 6 (£38,682 - £46,580)
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Opening Date: 18/08/26
• Closes: Tue, 01 September 2026 @ 4:30 PM
• Interview Dates: To be confirmed.

Notes

We accept online applications only “A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026”. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created- regardless of any specific hours advertised, this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week.” Please remember to save or print a copy of the job description before submitting your application, as it will not be accessible afterwards. Flexible Working We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Find out more about flexible working options on our website.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POST: Biomedical Scientist

LOCATION: Haematology and Blood Transfusion, Belfast Trust Laboratories

BAND: 6

REPORTS TO: Haematology and Blood Transfusion Advanced Biomedical Scientists Band 7

RESPONSIBLE TO: Haematology and Blood Transfusion Operational Managers

Job Summary / Main Purpose

The Belfast Trust Haematology and Transfusion Department is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our UKAS accredited department of laboratory medicine to become a Specialist Biomedical Scientist as part of our 24/7 service. This is an exciting opportunity to broaden your experience - working in modern and well-equipped laboratories.

The Haematology and Transfusion team is a diverse group of highly motivated scientists, working together with medical teams to further healthcare and provide the best service possible for patients. Our Scientists also work with medical teams to continually adjust the service to support ever-changing developments in patient care. Our service is always expanding and looking to make improvements, and we are committed to our staff being the best they can be.

Main Duties / Responsibilities

For each of the following, the postholder will;

Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of Haematology and Blood Transfusion.

Carry out appropriate procedures, including those requiring the exercise of independent judgement and initiative with minimal supervision.

Perform duties in co-ordination with the head of section and will involve sample reception, sample analysis, result interpretation and liaise with clinical and scientific staff.

Use interpretive skills to determine clinically significant laboratory results and take action where appropriate.

Efficiently manage patients' clinical material and maintenance of a safe system of storage. Recognise and comply with safety regulations, guidelines and policy.

Assist in research projects, where necessary, and to be involved in the development of new procedures and techniques.

Carry out any other duties not specified above but which might be reasonably expected of a Biomedical Scientist Band 6.

Be required to rotate through Haematology and Blood Bank laboratories in Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast City Hospital, Mater Infirmorum Hospital and the Haematology laboratory in the Royal Hospital for Sick Children. Post holder will participate as required in a 24-hour service which will include extended working day, overnight, weekend and public holidays as part of the conditioned 37.5 hours per week.

Teaching and Learning

Provide personal and direct supervision for trainees and other supportive personnel within the Belfast Trust Laboratories.

Demonstrate and maintain satisfactory progress in both the academic and the 'in-service' training programmes.

People Management and Development

Must continue to meet the standards of proficiency as specified by the HCPC to maintain registration as a Biomedical Scientist.

Participate in Continuous Professional Development in line with KSF and work towards gaining further knowledge through certificate level training and short courses. This will be done through Personal Contribution Plan & Annual Staff Development review.

General Responsibilities

Employees of the Trust are required to promote and support the mission and vision of the service for which they are responsible and:

At all times provide a caring service and to treat those with whom they come into contact in a courteous and respectful manner.

The post holder will promote and support effective team working, fostering a culture of openness and transparency. The post holder will ensure that they take all concerns raised with them seriously and act in accordance with Belfast Trust's Whistleblowing Policy and their professional code of conduct, where applicable.

Demonstrate their commitment by their regular attendance and the efficient completion of all tasks allocated to them.

Comply with the Trust's Smoke Free Policy.

Carry out their duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Health and Safety Policies and Statutory Regulations.

Adhere to Equality and Good Relations duties throughout the course of their employment.

Ensure the ongoing confidence of the public in-service provision.

Maintain high standards of personal accountability.

Comply with the HPSS Code of Conduct.

Information Governance

All employees of Belfast Health & Social Care Trust are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their business within Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, including patient/client, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. Employees are required to be conversant and to comply with the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust policies on Information Governance including for example the ICT Security Policy, Data Protection Policy and Records Management Policy and to seek advice if in doubt.

For further information on how we use your personal data within HR, please refer to the Privacy Notice available on the HUB or Your HR

Environmental Cleaning Strategy

The Trusts Environmental Cleaning Strategy recognises the key principle that "Cleanliness matters is everyone's responsibility, not just the cleaners" Whilst there are staff employed who are responsible for cleaning services, all Trust staff have a responsibility to ensure a clean, comfortable, safe environment for patients, clients, residents, visitors, staff and members of the general public.

Infection Prevention and Control

The Belfast Trust is committed to reducing Healthcare associated infections (HCAIs) and all staff have a part to play in making this happen. Staff must comply with all policies in relation to Infection Prevention and Control and with ongoing reduction strategies. Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions must be always used to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

This includes: -

Cleaning hands either with soap and water or a hand sanitiser at the appropriate times (WHO '5 moments');

Using the correct '7 step' hand hygiene technique;

Being 'bare below the elbows when in a clinical environment;

Following Trust policies and the Regional Infection Control Manual (found on intranet);

Wearing the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE);

Ensuring correct handling and disposal of waste (including sharps) and laundry;

Ensuring all medical devices (equipment) are decontaminated appropriately i.e. cleaned, disinfected and/or sterilised;

Ensuring compliance with High Impact Interventions.

Personal Public Involvement

Staff members are expected to involve patients, clients, carers and the wider community where relevant, in developing, planning and delivering our services in a meaningful and effective way, as part of the Trust's ongoing commitment to Personal Public Involvement (PPI).

Please use the link below to access the PPI standards leaflet for further information.

http://www.publichealth.hscni.net/sites/default/files/PPI_leaflet.pdf

Clause: This job description is not meant to be definitive and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the Belfast Health and Social Care Trust.

PERSONNEL SPECIFICATION

Biomedical Scientist / Band 6 Haematology and Transfusion Laboratories /

Cancer&Secaist Seices

Must be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.

AND

Have completed IBMS Specialist Diploma (or equivalent) in Haematology/Transfusion.

Have experience working in Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratories.

Good interpersonal and team working skills.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Good IT skills including use of Microsoft office products; word, excel and outlook.

Ability to work systematically and under pressure in a busy environment.

Ability to work accurately with attention to detail and follow set protocols.

Awareness of Health and Safety and Data Protection requirements.

Awareness of the role and function of a Pathology Laboratory in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Interview

Experience of requirements of MHRA and

UKAS ISO15189 (As applicable).

NOTE

Where educational/professional qualifications form part of the criteria you will be required, if shortlisted for interview, to produce original certificates and one photocopy of same issued by the appropriate authority. Only those certificates relevant to the shortlisting criteria should be produced. If educational certificates are not available an original letter and photocopy of same detailing examination results from your school or college will be accepted as an alternative.

If successful you will be required to produce documentary evidence that you are legally entitled to live and work in the United Kingdom. This documentation can be a P45, Payslip, National Insurance Card or a Birth Certificate confirming birth in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland. Failure to produce evidence will result in a non-appointment.

Where a post involves working in regulated activity with vulnerable groups, post holders will be required to register with the Independent Safeguarding Authority.

HSC Values

Whilst employees will be expected to portray all the values, particular attention is drawn to the following values for this role