# Biomedical Scientist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/biomedical-scientist/371b8023-b16b-47ce-801f-c145f21f18b5 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/biomedical-scientist/371b8023-b16b-47ce-801f-c145f21f18b5.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust - **Location:** Leicester Royal Infirmary - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Health science services - **Grade:** Band 5 - **Salary:** £32,073 - £39,043 per annum + enchancements - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-08-28T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-08-14T09:40:56.362Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Leicestershire/Leicester/University_Hospitals_Leicester_NHS_Trust/Fast_Track_Haematology/Fast_Track_Haematology-v8004266 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8004266?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic HCPC state registered Biomedical Scientist to join our Fast Track Routine Haematology Department. With a passion for Haematology, you will be an experienced Biomedical Scientist who will join our team at an exciting time of change and modernisation. We are implementing exciting developments in how we deliver our patient care and you will play an essential role in shaping the future of our Haematology service. There will be a requirement to work at any of the 3 University Hospitals of Leicester sites over a 24/7 period. The Haematology department has an active CPD scheme and encourages life-long learning with emphasis on strong, personal and professional development. Candidates are encouraged to ensure they meet the essential criteria before applying. ### Main duties of the job Detailed job description and main responsibilities * Perform highly complex examinations of clinical specimens in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures, including interpretation of results and blood film morphology, in an efficient, effective and safe manner. * Communicate critical results to users in line with laboratory policy. * Monitor internal and external quality control results, taking appropriate action to identify and correct problems. To report problems to more senior staff as appropriate. * Be able to work independently and manage own workload working to local and national standards within the HCPC professional code of conduct. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities The post holder will be expected to assist the section manager in the daily operations and service provision of the department. We are looking for good team players who can effectively contribute to the on-going development of the services within the Trust. Candidates should also show an ongoing commitment to continued professional development and training / education. You will be a well-motivated, responsible team member who is able to manage high workloads, perform to a high quality standard and work as part of a team or on your own initiative with minimal supervision. You must be able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills, a flexible approach in line with the Trust agenda of service reconfiguration and be capable of working accurately and efficiently under pressure. ### Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Requires highly developed physical skills including accurate eye to hand coordination Able to maintain prolonged concentration for specific tasks Conscientious, Meticulous. - Able to maintain prolonged concentration for specific tasks ### Experience **Essential** - Demonstrates ability to organise their own work effectively - Able to demonstrate competency in appropriate laboratory techniques - 6-12m experience in a NHS laboratory setting or Healthcare Setting **Desirable** - Departmental specific laboratory / advanced techniques - Training junior staff - Experience of Specialist discipline ### Training & Qualifications **Essential** - State Registered BMS (HPC) - Accredited Biomedical Science degree **Desirable** - Demonstrates a knowledge and awareness of instrumentation, method development and new technologies ### Trust Values and Behaviours **Essential** - Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s Values and Behaviours ### Analytical and Judgement skills **Essential** - Able to make judgements regarding a range of facts or situations that require analysis. E.g. selection of appropriate samples, tests or techniques **Desirable** - Experience of troubleshooting appropriate laboratory instrumentation ### Planning and organisation skills **Essential** - Able to plan own work activities and those of clinical support staff ### Equality, Diversity and Inclusion **Essential** - Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. - All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others ### Communication and relationship skills **Essential** - Good interpersonal skills. Able to communicate concisely, effectively and clearly **Desirable** - Demonstrates a range of IT skills ### Other requirements specific to the role **Essential** - Able to participate in out of hours roster and/or other flexible working arrangements ## Documents - [band 5 ps (pdf, 456.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10289479) - [employee benefits (pdf, 578.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2350) - [jd & person specification (pdf, 456.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10289476) - [management structure jan 26 (pdf, 389.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10289477) - [understanding your right to work in the uk (pdf, 1.1mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2349) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.