Biomedical Scientist

Biomedical Scientist: (Company Name - Subscribers only)

We are looking for HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists to join our friendly, dedicated and professional team but candidates currently working towards their IBMS registration portfolio may be considered. The successful candidate will be based within Blood Sciences. Blood sciences at CDDFT is a very busy laboratory with much to offer the successful candidate.

The job description is generic for all Blood Sciences BMS staff and all necessary training will be provided but evidence and experience in a UK laboratory in Haematology and Transfusion or Biochemistry is preferred. APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE THAT RELEVANT EXPERIENCE SHOULD HAVE BEEN OBTAINED WITHIN THE LAST THREE YEARS.

Main duties of the job

The department operates a 24/7 shift system covering dayshifts, late shifts, nightshifts weekends and Bank Holidays which the successful applicant must participate in.

Cross-site cover will be required at the other site to meet the needs of the service. Candidates must be able to provide documentary relevant CPD evidence in support of their application at interview.

The department has a specialist portfolio training programme in place and has a proven track record of success. The successful applicant will be expected to take an active role in the training and development of staff within the department from MLA to Band 4.

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks

We provide hospital services from two acute sites – Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients’ homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents

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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.

From April 9th 2025 – Healthcare assistants – You must have a minimum of two years of experience working within the (Company Name - Subscribers only) as a HCA for the Trust to consider sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and have a current visa expiring within 3 months)

Details

Date posted

05 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9439-2526-0271

Job locations

Darlington Memorial Hospital (Company Name - Subscribers only) Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

University Hospital Of North Durham

North Road

Durham

DH1 5TW

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Blood Sciences Department is UKAS accredited and part of your role will be to complete all required quality documentation including training, competency and CPD.

You must be an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, have an IBMS accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent.

Candidates working towards HCPC registration will be considered. Candidates must be able to provide documentary relevant CPD evidence in support of their application at interview.

The main automation in Haematology is changing in 2025 to Siemens Hema analysers and stainers, Coagulation ACL TOPS 550 analysers and Blood Transfusion to Ortho automated technology.

Clinical Biochemistry at CDDFT processes approximately 800,000 samples per year utilising Siemens Advia XPT Chemistry and XPT Centaur systems as well as HbA1c testing, xanthochromia analysis. The laboratory continuously assesses and improves its testing repertoire. The LIMS is provided by Clinisys Winpath.

Experience of the above is advantageous but not essential as all necessary training will be provided.

The department operates a 24/7 shift system covering dayshifts, late shifts, nightshifts weekends and Bank Holidays which the successful applicant must participate in. There is currently one BMS covering Biochemistry on each site after 2030 and at weekends.

Cross-site cover will be required at the other sites to meet the needs of the service.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Blood Sciences Department is UKAS accredited and part of your role will be to complete all required quality documentation including training, competency and CPD.

You must be an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, have an IBMS accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent.

Candidates working towards HCPC registration will be considered. Candidates must be able to provide documentary relevant CPD evidence in support of their application at interview.

The main automation in Haematology is changing in 2025 to Siemens Hema analysers and stainers, Coagulation ACL TOPS 550 analysers and Blood Transfusion to Ortho automated technology.

Clinical Biochemistry at CDDFT processes approximately 800,000 samples per year utilising Siemens Advia XPT Chemistry and XPT Centaur systems as well as HbA1c testing, xanthochromia analysis. The laboratory continuously assesses and improves its testing repertoire. The LIMS is provided by Clinisys Winpath.

Experience of the above is advantageous but not essential as all necessary training will be provided.

The department operates a 24/7 shift system covering dayshifts, late shifts, nightshifts weekends and Bank Holidays which the successful applicant must participate in. There is currently one BMS covering Biochemistry on each site after 2030 and at weekends.

Cross-site cover will be required at the other sites to meet the needs of the service.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Laboratory experience

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
• Shift work
• Out of hours work

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.

Desirable

• Computer literate
• ECDL
• Working towards the specialist diploma
• Science / English / Math A-levels

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Organise own work activites
• Prioritisation of duties
• Communication
• Medical / Scientific terminology
• Numerical : Calculations etc
• Manual dexterity, Tests and analysers
• Precise and accurate work performance

Desirable

• Additional responsibilities e.g. H&S nominee, COSHH, risk assessor

Statutory Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered

Desirable

• Membership of any other professional body e.g. IBMS

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Laboratory experience

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across trust sites to meet the requirements of the post
• Shift work
• Out of hours work

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.

Desirable

• Computer literate
• ECDL
• Working towards the specialist diploma
• Science / English / Math A-levels

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Organise own work activites
• Prioritisation of duties
• Communication
• Medical / Scientific terminology
• Numerical : Calculations etc
• Manual dexterity, Tests and analysers
• Precise and accurate work performance

Desirable

• Additional responsibilities e.g. H&S nominee, COSHH, risk assessor

Statutory Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered

Desirable

• Membership of any other professional body e.g. IBMS