Job requirements
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Essential
12 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Fully conversant with the Biomedical methodology and ability to employ advanced techniques of laboratory diagnosis.
- Knowledge
Accurate input of data while working under pressure.
- Knowledge
Ability to plan own work and the work of others
- Experience
Substantial experience in Biomedical Science at an advanced level.
- Experience
demonstrable ability to work without supervision
- Qualifications
HCPC registered
- Qualifications
Completed an Institute of Biomedical Scientist (IBMS) accredited degree (BSc) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent and demonstrable experience at BMS level.
- Qualifications
Completed an Institute of Biomedical Scientist (IBMS) Higher Specialist Diploma (HSD) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.
- Personal Skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, at all levels.
- Personal Skills
Good listening skills
- Personal Skills
Excellent Inter-personal skills
- Personal Skills
Ability to utilise evaluation tools
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of current UKAS accreditation standards
- Experience
Supervisory role in a laboratory
- Experience
audit and evaluation experience
- Qualifications
Master’s degree or related professional health care qualification (FIBMS or Chartered Scientist) or equivalent.
- Personal Skills
Ability to analyse complex data and use information to inform judgements
Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic HCPC State Registered Biomedical Scientist to join the Clinical Biochemistry team within our busy, supportive, and forward‑thinking Blood Sciences department.
This vacancy is offered as a 10-month secondment at Band 6.
The successful candidate will be primarily based at the Bedford site, with flexibility to work at the Luton & Dunstable site when required to support service needs. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain specialist expertise, with comprehensive training and strong support for ongoing professional development.
Once training is complete, the post holder will participate in the 24/7 shift rota across both sites, as needed.
Our department is UKAS accredited and approved for IBMS/HCPC training. We are also one of the few organisations accredited by the National School of Healthcare Science to deliver Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, and Transfusion Science training within the clinical sciences.
We remain committed to continually enhancing our services, including expanding on‑site testing capabilities and strengthening integration with wider clinical teams.
Main duties of the job
As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist within the Clinical Biochemistry department, the post holder will:
- Uphold high professional standards — Maintain consistently high-quality scientific practice, motivate colleagues, and act as a positive professional role model within the team.
- Contribute specialist expertise — Participate fully in all areas of departmental activity, particularly where advanced knowledge is required, performing tests and assays with accuracy, precision, and a methodical scientific approach.
- Support senior laboratory leadership — Assist senior laboratory staff in delivering a cohesive, efficient, and high‑quality service, working closely with the department’s Clinical Lead.
- Provide leadership in absence of seniors — Deputise for senior laboratory staff when required, ensuring continuity of service and effective operational oversight.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- To perform as a HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist [BMS] assisting in the delivery of the department services.
- To assist the departmental laboratory senior in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service, in conjunction the clinical lead of the department.
- To implement the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives.
- To contribute to the implementation of UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfill the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.
- To deputise in the absence of the departmental laboratory senior when required to do so.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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This advert is for Specialist Biomedical Scientist with Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Bedford, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Biomedical scientist role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum. The contract type is Secondment: 10 months. The application deadline is 10 Sep 2026.
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