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Specialist Biomedical Scientist
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 17 day(s) ago
Reference: 339-CCS1029-BAL
Job summary
Applications are invited from motivated and enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists who are looking to progress their careers in Clinical Biochemistry. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within the Blood Sciences Department in state of the art laboratories on the Southmead site. The redeveloped Southmead site opened in May 2014 and is one of Europe's leading hospitals.
The department provides a routine Biochemistry testing service to all inpatient, outpatient and GP surgeries in the North Bristol area. It has a workload of over 1 million specimen requests per annum.
The Clinical Biochemistry department offers an extensive range of diagnostic and clinical services, including an integrated Blood Sciences Automated Laboratory, Toxicology, Metabolic Biochemistry, Antenatal and Newborn Screening, and Point of Care Testing services. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to rotate throughout the department and will be expected to participate in the department's 24-7 service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder under the direction of senior staff will be expected to:
Work as part of a team to provide routine and specialist diagnostic laboratory service in Clinical Biochemistry in accordance with national, Trust and departmental policies and procedures on a rotational basis in all sections of the laboratory.Participate in the training and development of other staff within the department.Participate fully in the department's 24/7 rota systemContribute to the development of services provided to meet the requirements of users.
About us
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.
With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.
Details
Date posted
08 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
339-CCS1029-BAL
Job locations
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Working in accordance with the Departmental Standard Operating Procedures and assist in the development and review of these as required.
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Receiving and analysing samples submitted to the department in accordance with laboratory policies and protocols.
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Assisting in the interpretation and technical validation of the analyses in accordance with laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
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Responsible for the provision of our service to patients in routine and emergency situations.
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Rotating into any area of the department as required.
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Participating fully in the departments 24/7 rota service.
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Prioritising the completion of urgent requests.
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Telephoning important results to an appropriate person when necessary
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Responsible for their own work under the supervision of senior laboratory staff
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Validating and releasing results to service users as required
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Maintaining a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out in the department as appropriate
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Preparing and ensuring adequate supplies of reagents and consumables
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Using consumables and equipment efficiently and safely in accordance with Health & Safety policies
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Performing the routine maintenance and cleaning of the equipment with which she/he is working including maintenance records and recording of corrective actions
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Processing internal and external quality control samples and results/reports as required
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Participating in quality assurance procedures in accordance with the laboratory quality manual
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Participating in risk management of the department including the reporting of adverse incidents
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Assisting in research and development projects as required
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Assisting in the training and teaching of trainee biomedical scientists, new BMS staff, MLAs, medical staff and other healthcare professionals as required
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Participating in staff appraisal according to Trust policies and procedures
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Undertaking continued professional development
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Personally responsible for maintaining HCPC Registration
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Participating in all other activities in the section to enable the department to maintain compliance with ISO15189 (2022).
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To provide appropriate cover for more senior Biomedical Scientist staff as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
Working in accordance with the Departmental Standard Operating Procedures and assist in the development and review of these as required.
-
Receiving and analysing samples submitted to the department in accordance with laboratory policies and protocols.
-
Assisting in the interpretation and technical validation of the analyses in accordance with laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
-
Responsible for the provision of our service to patients in routine and emergency situations.
-
Rotating into any area of the department as required.
-
Participating fully in the departments 24/7 rota service.
-
Prioritising the completion of urgent requests.
-
Telephoning important results to an appropriate person when necessary
-
Responsible for their own work under the supervision of senior laboratory staff
-
Validating and releasing results to service users as required
-
Maintaining a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out in the department as appropriate
-
Preparing and ensuring adequate supplies of reagents and consumables
-
Using consumables and equipment efficiently and safely in accordance with Health & Safety policies
-
Performing the routine maintenance and cleaning of the equipment with which she/he is working including maintenance records and recording of corrective actions
-
Processing internal and external quality control samples and results/reports as required
-
Participating in quality assurance procedures in accordance with the laboratory quality manual
-
Participating in risk management of the department including the reporting of adverse incidents
-
Assisting in research and development projects as required
-
Assisting in the training and teaching of trainee biomedical scientists, new BMS staff, MLAs, medical staff and other healthcare professionals as required
-
Participating in staff appraisal according to Trust policies and procedures
-
Undertaking continued professional development
-
Personally responsible for maintaining HCPC Registration
-
Participating in all other activities in the section to enable the department to maintain compliance with ISO15189 (2022).
-
To provide appropriate cover for more senior Biomedical Scientist staff as required.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered BMS
- BSc honours degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent
BMS experience
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years BMS experience in a UK hospital Biochemistry lab
Knowledge
Essential
- Blood Science tracked analyser system knowledge/experience
Desirable
- Specialist lab knowledge/experience
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered BMS
- BSc honours degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent
BMS experience
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years BMS experience in a UK hospital Biochemistry lab
Knowledge
Essential
- Blood Science tracked analyser system knowledge/experience
Desirable
- Specialist lab knowledge/experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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 Check
This 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 Sponsorship
Applications 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 details
Employer name
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital
Southmead Road
Bristol
BS10 5NB
United Kingdom