University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry

The closing date is 08 August 2025

Job summary

We are looking for a HCPC registered, Specialist Biomedical Scientist, with a Specialist Portfolio in Biochemistry or equivalent to join us at the Derby site of Derbyshire Pathology in a full-time, permanent role. Consideration will also be given to candidates within 12 months of completion of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio.We have full UKAS ISO15189:2012 accreditation and are also accredited with the IBMS as a training laboratory.

You would be based in the busy Biochemistry section of the laboratory, helping to deliver technical excellence with enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a professional, can-do attitude.

24/7 shift working is an essential requirement of this post.

We are inviting applications from candidates who are highly motivated and proactive, to join a friendly and well-motivated team. We would encourage you to contact us to discuss the post further.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join the 24/7 shift system following training and competency assessment.The ability to work autonomously is essential as is a flexible approach to working to ensure that the service needs are met.

As a Health Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist, to lead and supervise the day-to-day delivery of a diagnostic service of Clinical Biochemistry, which includes the Automation section (Cobas 8000 and P612), Immunology (Phadia 250), HbA1c's (TOSOH G11), EQA section and Osmo1. You will also be required to work in special chemistry using the Sebia, Binding Site and HPLC

The role involves but is not limited to the following:

Processing and validation of patient specimens
Telephoning abnormal results in line with laboratory protocols
Appropriate referral of abnormal results to clinicians
Monitoring of reagent and consumable stocks
Maintenance of equipment
Service development inclusive of quality management activities and projects.
Effective communication and team working
Experience of using our current equipment and software Q-Pulse and WinPath Enterprise would be an advantage but full training will be given.

Closing date of applications: 8 August 2025

Interview date: 20 August 2025

About us

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day
UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

320-CDCS-3753

Job locations

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

IBMS accredited degree in biomedical sciences or equivalent.
HPC state registration

Desirable

Working towards MSc or higher specialist diploma in biomedical sciences
Experience working as a band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Experience

Essential

Fully conversance and competent in the use of the laboratory computer, PCs and VDUs
Evidence of professional development attending both internal and external courses as appropriate to maintain an up to date knowledge of issues relating to Biomedical sciences

Desirable

Experience with current equipment
Experience of QMS Activities and awareness of UKAS/ISO15189
Post HCPC registration working in an NHS laboratory

Skills

Essential

Is aware the pitfalls, interferences and suitability of investigations
Can carry out or make basic recommendations of additional testing based on initial investigations
Is able to analyse the cause of anomalous test results

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

IBMS accredited degree in biomedical sciences or equivalent.
HPC state registration

Desirable

Working towards MSc or higher specialist diploma in biomedical sciences
Experience working as a band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Experience

Essential

Fully conversance and competent in the use of the laboratory computer, PCs and VDUs
Evidence of professional development attending both internal and external courses as appropriate to maintain an up to date knowledge of issues relating to Biomedical sciences

Desirable

Experience with current equipment
Experience of QMS Activities and awareness of UKAS/ISO15189
Post HCPC registration working in an NHS laboratory

Skills

Essential

Is aware the pitfalls, interferences and suitability of investigations
Can carry out or make basic recommendations of additional testing based on initial investigations
Is able to analyse the cause of anomalous test results

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.

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

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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE

Employer's website

https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE

Employer's website

https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)