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Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Biomedical Scientist

The closing date is 05 November 2025

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Job summary

Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Department: Blood Sciences

Band 6 £38,682 - £46,580 Per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

An opportunity has arisen within this busy Pathology service to join the Blood Science (Chemical Pathology) team. Do you have experience working as a Biomedical Scientist in a Chemistry Laboratory? Would you like to join a hardworking, caring and collaborative team?

You will work as part of a dedicated team of Biomedical Scientists within the Chemical Pathology department, delivering a high-quality, efficient and responsive diagnostic service.

Responsibilities include performing and validating complex analytical investigations on blood and other biological materials, ensuring accuracy, reliability and timely reporting of results to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

You will maintain competence across all analytical platforms, troubleshoot instrumentation, uphold quality assurance standards, and participate in internal and external quality schemes.

For further information contact Sanjiv Sawock (Sanjiv.Sawock@mkuh.nhs.uk), Chemical Pathology Operational Manager 01908 995831 orTelephone the laboratory and ask to speak to a Senior 01908 955761

Interview 13th November 2025

Main duties of the job

'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'

You will contribute to the training and supervision of junior staff, assist with method development and service improvement, and work flexibly as part of the 24/7 service to ensure continuity of patient care in accordance with Trust and national standards.

You will be part of a team of Biomedical Scientists delivering a diagnostic service analysing and reporting on blood, urine, faeces and other materials to achieve the objectives of efficient and effective patient care, and effective resource management within the hospital.

You will undertake responsibilities within the Chemical Pathology department to meet all required national and Trust standards.

About us

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.

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Details

Date posted

22 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

430-CC25-487A

Job locations

Chemical Pathology (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Working Relationships

To practice speciality within a managed environment.

To work both alone and as part of a departmental team.

Knowledge and Experience

Must hold honours degree in biomedical science.

Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a practitioner in biomedical science.

Main Responsibilities

To operate in a professional manner in compliance with the professional codes of conduct (IBMS).

To organise daily duties in the provision of a quality service.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working Relationships

To practice speciality within a managed environment.

To work both alone and as part of a departmental team.

Knowledge and Experience

Must hold honours degree in biomedical science.

Must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a practitioner in biomedical science.

Main Responsibilities

To operate in a professional manner in compliance with the professional codes of conduct (IBMS).

To organise daily duties in the provision of a quality service.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of Health and Safety considerations
  • IBMS Accredited BSc (Hons)
  • HCPC State Registration
  • Specialist Portfolio or equivalent
  • Evidence of relevant continued professional development
  • Understanding of Quality Assurance
  • Understanding of QMS and accreditation standards (ISO 15189)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience as a BMS in chemical pathology laboratory
  • Understanding of Quality Assurance.
  • Participation in out of hours service.

Desirable

  • Participation in the evaluation of new analysers/ analyses
  • Instrument maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
  • Awareness of wider NHS/Pathology initiatives

Skills

Essential

  • Effective team worker
  • Sound understanding of H&S legislation and requirements
  • Ability to operate, maintain and calibrate complex equipment
  • Ability to work accurately at a rate of output appropriate to a diagnostic laboratory

Desirable

  • Analyser troubleshooting skills.

Personal and people development

Essential

  • Ability to work on own and as part of a team.
  • Experience of planning and implementing training of other staff
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Flexible approach
  • IT literate

Desirable

  • Forward thinking

Communication

Essential

  • Good communication skills including a clear command of written and spoken English
Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of Health and Safety considerations
  • IBMS Accredited BSc (Hons)
  • HCPC State Registration
  • Specialist Portfolio or equivalent
  • Evidence of relevant continued professional development
  • Understanding of Quality Assurance
  • Understanding of QMS and accreditation standards (ISO 15189)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience as a BMS in chemical pathology laboratory
  • Understanding of Quality Assurance.
  • Participation in out of hours service.

Desirable

  • Participation in the evaluation of new analysers/ analyses
  • Instrument maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
  • Awareness of wider NHS/Pathology initiatives

Skills

Essential

  • Effective team worker
  • Sound understanding of H&S legislation and requirements
  • Ability to operate, maintain and calibrate complex equipment
  • Ability to work accurately at a rate of output appropriate to a diagnostic laboratory

Desirable

  • Analyser troubleshooting skills.

Personal and people development

Essential

  • Ability to work on own and as part of a team.
  • Experience of planning and implementing training of other staff
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Flexible approach
  • IT literate

Desirable

  • Forward thinking

Communication

Essential

  • Good communication skills including a clear command of written and spoken English

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

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chemical Pathology (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chemical Pathology (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Chemical Pathology Operational Manager

Sanjiv Sawock

Sanjiv.Sawock@mkuh.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

22 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

430-CC25-487A

Job locations

Chemical Pathology (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD


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