# Specialist Biomedical Scientist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barts Health NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/specialist-biomedical-scientist/2ea13d0e-3669-40db-9e63-08326ab5ea75 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/specialist-biomedical-scientist/2ea13d0e-3669-40db-9e63-08326ab5ea75.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barts Health NHS Trust - **Town:** London - **Region:** London - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Health science services - **Grade:** Band 6 - **Salary:** £47,951 - £56,863 per annum inc - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time, Flexible working, 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-06-30T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-16T16:01:15.362Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/London/London/Barts_Health_NHS_Trust/Haematology_Blood_Transfusion/Haematology_Blood_Transfusion-v8088336 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8088336?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview We require strong team players with a positive attitude to working in a flexible manner, committed to supporting the clinical services of the Trust and meeting the needs of our patients by participating in a 24-hour Agenda for Change shift system. The successful candidates will be primarily based at one of the following pathology partnership sites but may be expected to cover and support other ESEL sites depending on service demand. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and innovative organisation to deliver a high quality service for one of the largest networked laboratories within the NHS. The successful candidate MUST be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist AND have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio. If you require further information please contact: Richard McLean  ESL Operational Lead – UHL via Telephone on 0203 192 6669  or email:  \[email protected\] ### Main duties of the job To carry out / supervise technical and scientific work in a section of the laboratory under the direction of Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist. Flexible hours including weekend and bank holiday working will be required within the minimum 37.5 hours per week in accordance with Agenda for Change (AfC) Terms and Conditions. To practice as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist providing a patient focused, cost effective and efficient service. The post holder will undertake technical and scientific work under the direction of appointed line manager and training leads. The post holder must be able to demonstrate proficiency and competence in designated work area to an agreed expertise level. The post holder must be conversant with the technologies and methodologies specific to the core and specialist sections. The post holder is required to rotate through the various sections of the laboratory and work at different laboratories networked within ESEL Pathology Partnership. The post holder must participate in the either the AfC hybrid (day & night) ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager. 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. ## Job Details We require strong team players with a positive attitude to working in a flexible manner, committed to supporting the clinical services of the Trust and meeting the needs of our patients by participating in a 24-hour Agenda for Change shift system. The successful candidates will be primarily based at one of the following pathology partnership sites but may be expected to cover and support other ESEL sites depending on service demand. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking and innovative organisation to deliver a high quality service for one of the largest networked laboratories within the NHS. The successful candidate MUST be registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist AND have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio. If you require further information please contact: Richard McLean ESL Operational Lead – UHL via Telephone on 0203 192 6669 or email: \[email protected\] ## Job Description To carry out / supervise technical and scientific work in a section of the laboratory under the direction of Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist. Flexible hours including weekend and bank holiday working will be required within the minimum 37.5 hours per week in accordance with Agenda for Change (AfC) Terms and Conditions. To practice as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist providing a patient focused, cost effective and efficient service. The post holder will undertake technical and scientific work under the direction of appointed line manager and training leads. The post holder must be able to demonstrate proficiency and competence in designated work area to an agreed expertise level. The post holder must be conversant with the technologies and methodologies specific to the core and specialist sections. The post holder is required to rotate through the various sections of the laboratory and work at different laboratories networked within ESEL Pathology Partnership. The post holder must participate in the either the AfC hybrid (day & night) ## Responsibilities We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager. 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 ### Other **Essential** - Reliable, responsible person. - Able to work as part of a team. - Able to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations - Respects confidentiality. - Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies. - The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations **Desirable** - Previous NHS experience. - Good interpersonal skills. - Adaptable and flexible. ### Skills **Essential** - Competent in basic laboratory techniques and troubleshooting - Good level IT skills - Good time management. - Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages - Ability to analyse, interpret, and present routine data/results/concepts - Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal). **Desirable** - Good keyboard skills - Polite, helpful and confident manner. - Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet packages. ### Knowledge **Essential** - Advanced scientific knowledge for relevant discipline - Detailed understanding of UKAS, Quality Management Systems - Good understanding of Health & Safety Legislation - Good understanding of Governance Requirements. - Detailed knowledge of MHRA legislation **Desirable** - Knowledge of Quality Management System and can demonstrate participation in obligatory activities ### Experience **Essential** - Post HCPC registration diagnostic experience in Haematology & Blood Transfusion. - Experience with a computerised laboratory information system. - Previous experience working in a large medical laboratory. - Experience of working as a team **Desirable** - Experience of a variety of diagnostic techniques in Haematology and Blood Transfusion. - Experienced using the following named IT systems  WinPath Enterprise (Clinisys).  Q-Pulse - Demonstrate ability to use own initiative when dealing with patients/staff to solve problems ### Qualifications **Essential** - BSc. Biomedical Science or equivalent Holder of the IBMS Certificate of Competence, Registration Portfolio. - Evidence of continuous professional development. - Registered as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council **Desirable** - Further relevant specialist qualifications (eg BBTS certificate, IBMS Certificates) ## Documents - [job description (pdf, 999.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10381431) - [our values and behaviours (pdf, 334.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1119) - [candidate information pack (pdf, 549.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2446) - [policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders (pdf, 92.0kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1120) ## 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.