Senior Biomedical Scientist - Hinchingbrooke
3 hours ago
Peterborough
Job summaryWe're looking for an enthusiastic HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist to join our Haematology team as a Senior Biomedical Scientist. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in Haematology who is ready to take on a senior role or further develop their leadership skills.You'll be involved in the day-to-day running of the Haematology laboratory, supporting the team to deliver a safe, accurate and efficient diagnostic service. Alongside specialist laboratory work, you'll help supervise and develop staff, contribute to service improvements, and support the laboratory in maintaining UKAS accreditation and the highest standards of quality and patient care.If you enjoy working in a collaborative team, are committed to delivering an excellent diagnostic service and are passionate about quality and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.Main duties of the jobAs a Senior Biomedical Scientist, you will support the day-to-day management of the Haematology laboratory, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, safe and efficient diagnostic service. You will undertake and authorise a wide range of routine and specialist Haematology and Coagulation investigations, providing accurate and timely results to support patient care.You will supervise, mentor and develop laboratory staff, promote quality improvement, and contribute to maintaining UKAS accreditation and compliance with ISO 15189 standards. Working closely with Consultant Haematologists and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will play an active role in service development, quality assurance, training and the implementation of best practice. You will also provide operational support to the department, deputising for the Operational Lead when required and, on rare occasions, supporting the emergency out-of-hours service if needed.About usAt North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, you'll be joining a friendly and supportive team committed to delivering high-quality diagnostic services that make a real difference to patient care. We are dedicated to developing our staff, encouraging continuous professional development and creating opportunities for career progression.Our Haematology service works collaboratively across our hospital sites, providing a modern, accredited laboratory service that values innovation, quality and teamwork. As part of our department, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to service improvements, share your expertise and help shape the future of our laboratory services, while being supported to achieve your own professional goals.DetailsDate posted10 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary 49,387 to 56,515 a year per annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number176-F-8164250Job locationsHinchingbrooke HospitalHinchingbrooke Park RoadHuntingdonPE29 6NTUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe successful candidate will support the day-to-day management of the Haematology laboratory, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality diagnostic service while leading on quality, training and service improvement. They will work collaboratively with colleagues across our laboratory network to maintain high standards of patient care and laboratory practice.For full details of the duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification Job description Job responsibilitiesThe successful candidate will support the day-to-day management of the Haematology laboratory, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality diagnostic service while leading on quality, training and service improvement. They will work collaboratively with colleagues across our laboratory network to maintain high standards of patient care and laboratory practice.For full details of the duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person SpecificationPerson Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialHaematology MSc/Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical science. IBMS Higher Specialist in Haematology.HCPC State registrationEvidence of mandatory on-going CPDDesirableNEBOSH CertificateRecognised postgraduate management qualification Experience EssentialExperience training and competency assessing staff in accordance with departmental, HCPC, IBMS and ISO 15189 requirements.Audits and quality improvementTroubleshooting AnalysersExperience of incident investigation, root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)DesirablePrevious experience appropriate to a senior positionAbility to perform IQC & EQA reviews Knowledge EssentialHighly developed specialist knowledge of Haematology and Transfusion underpinned by theoretical and practical experienceAwareness of current professional issuesProficient in quality and clinical audit, administration, management and development of haematology servicesKnowledge and experience with MorphologyGood practical knowledge of health and safety including COSHH, fire regulations and risk assessmentsUnderstanding of validation and verification of laboratory equipment and methodsKnowledge of information governance and confidentiality requirementsDesirableKnowledge of LIMS systems e.g. Winpath and ECDLKnowledge of the NHS sickle cell and thalassaemia (SCT) screening programmeKnowledge of Abnormal white cell malignanciesGood understanding and knowledge of Haemostasis and associated disordersExperience of undertaking risk assessments and implementing safe systems of work Key Skills EssentialAble to manage staff and lead a team across multiple sitesAble to master complex facts, reach appropriate conclusions and formulate required/relevant responsesLiterate in laboratory computerisation and PC office applicationsAble to plan and organise complex activitiesGood presentation skillsCredible leader at internal and external meetingsAbility to manage conflictAbility to make autonomous decisionsAbility to prioritise competing demands Other EssentialExcellent written communication skillsBe able to relate well to all levels of personnel Person Specification Education and Qualifications EssentialHaematology MSc/Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical science. IBMS Higher Specialist in Haematology.HCPC State registrationEvidence of mandatory on-going CPDDesirableNEBOSH CertificateRecognised postgraduate management qualification Experience EssentialExperience training and competency assessing staff in accordance with departmental, HCPC, IBMS and ISO 15189 requirements.Audits and quality improvementTroubleshooting AnalysersExperience of incident investigation, root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)DesirablePrevious experience appropriate to a senior positionAbility to perform IQC & EQA reviews Knowledge EssentialHighly developed specialist knowledge of Haematology and Transfusion underpinned by theoretical and practical experienceAwareness of current professional issuesProficient in quality and clinical audit, administration, management and development of haematology servicesKnowledge and experience with MorphologyGood practical knowledge of health and safety including COSHH, fire regulations and risk assessmentsUnderstanding of validation and verification of laboratory equipment and methodsKnowledge of information governance and confidentiality requirementsDesirableKnowledge of LIMS systems e.g. Winpath and ECDLKnowledge of the NHS sickle cell and thalassaemia (SCT) screening programmeKnowledge of Abnormal white cell malignanciesGood understanding and knowledge of Haemostasis and associated disordersExperience of undertaking risk assessments and implementing safe systems of work Key Skills EssentialAble to manage staff and lead a team across multiple sitesAble to master complex facts, reach appropriate conclusions and formulate required/relevant responsesLiterate in laboratory computerisation and PC office applicationsAble to plan and organise complex activitiesGood presentation skillsCredible leader at internal and external meetingsAbility to manage conflictAbility to make autonomous decisionsAbility to prioritise competing demands Other EssentialExcellent written communication skillsBe able to relate well to all levels of personnelDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressHinchingbrooke HospitalHinchingbrooke Park RoadHuntingdonPE29 6NTUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNorth West Anglia NHS Foundation TrustAddressHinchingbrooke HospitalHinchingbrooke Park RoadHuntingdonPE29 6NTUnited KingdomEmployer's website