# Chief Biomedical Scientist - Coagulation > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/chief-biomedical-scientist-coagulation/f15725db-6183-4dce-9135-fe52f6a611f5 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/chief-biomedical-scientist-coagulation/f15725db-6183-4dce-9135-fe52f6a611f5.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** York - **Region:** North East and Yorkshire - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Health science services - **Grade:** Band 8 - **Salary:** £57,528 - £64,750 per annum - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (This role is a cross network position. Travel to sites other than base location will be required. Participation in 24/7 service provision may be required subject to requirements) - **Closing date:** 2026-07-16T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-02T00:02:36.076Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/North_Yorkshire/York/York_Scarborough_Teaching_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/HaematologyCoagulation/HaematologyCoagulation-v8109493 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8109493?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Biomedical Scientist to join us as a cross-network Chief Biomedical Scientist for Coagulation. This is a full time role which will require the post holder to oversee laboratory Coagulation services at all sites within the SHYPS network. Applicants must be able to travel between Hull, York and Scarborough as part of their duties. The full details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification attached. This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in a fast changing laboratory coagulation service, including working closely with clinicians within the Haemophilia specialist team, and developing the service in line with new treatments and techniques. The ability to transport yourself and equipment across the locality during the course of a normal working day is required for this vacancy ### Main duties of the job To be responsible for the day-to-day technical and scientific operational management within the department. Play a key role in the provision of an efficient, high quality diagnostic service. To be involved in shaping the strategic development of the department in consultation with the Head Biomedical Scientist. To interpret and implement policies and procedures in order to meet the demands of the service. To align and standardise procedures at each site and to seek opportunities for network improvements. Ensure efficient planning, prioritisation and allocation of workload at both local and network level. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description and person specification. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities.  We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds.  If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: \[email protected\]. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment.  It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can.  We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers.  This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. ## Job Details An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Biomedical Scientist to join us as a cross-network Chief Biomedical Scientist for Coagulation. This is a full time role which will require the post holder to oversee laboratory Coagulation services at all sites within the SHYPS network. Applicants must be able to travel between Hull, York and Scarborough as part of their duties. The full details of the role can be found in the job description and person specification attached. This is an exciting opportunity to play a crucial role in a fast changing laboratory coagulation service, including working closely with clinicians within the Haemophilia specialist team, and developing the service in line with new treatments and techniques. The ability to transport yourself and equipment across the locality during the course of a normal working day is required for this vacancy ## Job Description To be responsible for the day-to-day technical and scientific operational management within the department. Play a key role in the provision of an efficient, high quality diagnostic service. To be involved in shaping the strategic development of the department in consultation with the Head Biomedical Scientist. To interpret and implement policies and procedures in order to meet the demands of the service. To align and standardise procedures at each site and to seek opportunities for network improvements. Ensure efficient planning, prioritisation and allocation of workload at both local and network level. ## Responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description and person specification. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: \[email protected\]. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Has at least 6 years’ post registration experience. **Desirable** - Previous experience of laboratory accreditation assessment - Previous experience of amendments to laboratory scope of practice - Experience of recruitment process - Demonstratable involvement in quality improvement or change management projects ### Skills and Knowledge **Essential** - Has specialist knowledge across a range of work procedures and practices underpinned by theoretical knowledge. - Understands and works within the remit of the Trust’s confidentiality policy and Professional Codes of Conduct. - Participates in Continuing Professional Development and initiates methods of flexible learning to assist in the self-development process. - Undertakes training which may be deemed appropriate for personal, professional and service development. ### Qualifications and Training **Essential** - Biomedical Science (Hons) degree or acceptable equivalent with top up. - Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with the HCPC and maintains professional registration. - MSc or FIBMS equivalent. - Has undertaken formal management training or attained a management qualification **Desirable** - Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences - Evidence of formal audit training ## Documents - [guidance for applicants (pdf, 798.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=927) - [relocation offer information (pdf, 134.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2746) - [trust strategy 2025-2030 towards excellence (pdf, 4.4mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=925) - [recruitment guide to reasonable adjustments (pdf, 232.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10404440) - [job description and person specification chief bms coagulation, shyps network (pdf, 334.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10404439) ## 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.