Job summary
To utilise laboratory equipment and computer system to analyse specimens received in the department.
Supervise and/or train less experienced staff in own area of work and competency.
To work flexibly in reflection of service needs this may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24 hour, 7 days per week service.
The work of the service brings staff into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals. This may include blood, pus, urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions
Maintain and promote professional image of the Pathology department.
Trainee Biomedical scientist begin on 75% of top of band 5 then move to band 5 scale once training is completed. For internal candidates, if your current salary is more than 75% of the top of band 5, your current salary will be protected.
We will accept applicants from HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists or candidates awarded an IBMS accredited Biomedical Science Degree that have not yet completed the IBMS Registration Portfolio.
Main duties of the job
Technical and scientific:
Perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations within defined service area accurately and efficiently.
Participate in the day to day management of stock control and usage.
Undertake quality control procedures and the processing of quality control material as per established protocols
Your attention is drawn to the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974 which requires you to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others who may be affected by your acts and omissions at work; and co-operate with the Trust on any matters of health and safety.
Other responsibilities:
The post-holder will be expected to participate in the delivery of specific duties and/or specialised responsibilities in line with the banding of the post. These responsibilities will be agreed with the post holder, will be subject to regular review and may be amended at any time with the post holder’s agreement.
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
Essential
- Working towards a Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent accredited by the IBMS.
Desirable
- Evidence of CPD.
- HCPC Registered
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge and practical experience of biomedical procedures.
Desirable
- Practical experience of working in a Biomedical Science laboratory.
- Knowledge of Pathology IT systems.
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
- Knowledge of Risk Assessment.
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Interpretation and analytical skills.
- Demonstrable interpersonal skills – can work as part of a team or independently.
- Able to prioritise own workload to meet needs of the service.
- Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time.
- High degree of manual dexterity to perform complex laboratory techniques.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strives for excellence.
- Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
- Ability to be flexible and respond to the needs of the service.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines where there are competing demands.
- Puts the patient first in everything that is undertaken.
- Awareness of self and impact on others
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.
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).
Closing Date: 02 September 2026
