Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified BMS in the Haematology Laboratory within the Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children.
Your primary role will be to provide scientific expertise, technical support and leadership within the Haematology Laboratory, as well as assisting the Laboratory Manager with maintaining the QMS in compliance with UKAS accreditation and ISO:15189 (2022) standards.
Expertise in routine Haematology including Blood Film Morphology is essential to the role. With your knowledge of laboratory analytical equipment you will provide training and support to the Laboratory Team. You will work in conjunction with other members of the laboratory senior BMS Team.
Applications are invited from HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with proven post registration experience in Haematology. Applicants should also have obtained or be working towards a higher qualification in Biomedical Science (eg MSc, FIMBS/HSD in Haematology).
Main duties of the job
- To undertake laboratory techniques to a high standard of technical excellence in line with department standard operating procedures. This includes troubleshooting of assays and procedures
- To operate and maintain (where appropriate) laboratory equipment in prescribed manner, including minor equipment repairs, the management of preventative maintenance records for all equipment, and the assessment of supplier reports for compliance
- To authorise and report results of investigations, to interpret results to assist diagnosis
- To communicate with the service users regarding issues affecting the quality of results
- To take responsibility for ensuring that the internal quality control compliance is maintained, as well as basic analyser maintenance and other tasks performed by colleagues
- To perform impact assessments in conjunction with the Laboratory Manager and/or Quality Lead where breaches of quality standards may impact patient safety eg temperature deviation or IQC failure
- To plan and take responsibility for the efficient and effective organisation of work and staff within the laboratory
- To supervise junior members of staff to undertake the technical work, ensuring effective management of the staff within the section by supporting with any technical or scientific issues that arise
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person specification
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Proven ability to organise own workload and meet deadlines
- Experience of training junior staff, line management or supervisory experience
Desirable
- Experience providing support to candidates undertaking IBMS Registration Portfolio or Specialist Diploma
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge and experience of routine and specialist tests, performed in Haematology in a diagnostic NHS laboratory
- Knowledge of UK accreditation standards and accrediting bodies relevant to Haematology
- Knowledge and demonstrable experience of working with the framework of a QMS and participation in accreditation assessments
Desirable
- Knowledge and specialist experience of paediatric blood film morphology
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- MSc in Biomedical Science, IBMS Fellowship or equivalent skills and experience in Diagnostic Haematology
- Evidence of recent CPD activity and reflective learning
- IBMS Specialist Diploma
- Registration with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist
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This advert is for Senior Biomedical Scientist with Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £58,133 - £65,261 per annum inclusive. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 25 Jun 2026.
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