Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Haematology & Blood Transfusion
The closing date is 14 October 2025
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist role in Haematology & Blood Transfusion working across the laboratories at Stoke Mandeville and Wycombe hospitals.
Applications are invited from HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with good knowledge of Haematology & Blood Transfusion.The successful applicant will be part of a team working in the various sections of this busy fully automated Blood Sciences Department based at Stoke Mandeville and Wycombe Hospitals.
The ideal candidate will have a BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent, be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as a BMS, have completed the IBMS Specialist Portfolio (Haematology) or have equivalent proven experience at band 6 level in Haematology/Blood Transfusion. Evidence of continual professional development (CPD) will be expected to be demonstrated at interview. Candidates completing their Specialist Portfolio may be considered however they would start on band 5 if unable to satisfy the Specialist BMS criteria and will be promoted to a Specialist BMS upon completion of the specialist portfolio.
Main duties of the job
The department uses Sysmex analysers for Haematology & Coagulation and Ortho Visions in Transfusion. Equipment is standardised at both sites.
The successful applicant will be able to assist the management team in the leadership of the laboratory and the training of the next generation of laboratory scientists.
They must be able to apply the latest scientific knowledge coupled with the most up to date scientific methods. They must be able to accurately and safely use and carry out routine maintenance and performance checks on complex and expensive analysers. They will work as a valued member of a team able to function with minimum supervision deputising for senior staff as appropriate. They will support and participate in the Quality Management system.They will take responsibility for designated areas according to their specialist knowledge and requirements of the Department.Sub-sections are:Central sample reception: Receiving and preparing multi-discipline samples foranalysis in Biochemistry, Haematology, Immunology and VirologyAutomated Laboratory: Complex analysers for routine Biochemistry andImmunoassays, Haematology and CoagulationManual: Specialist and manual / semi automated analytical Biochemistry,Haematology, Immunology, Molecular and Virology.Transfusion: Blood grouping, blood product compatibility and associated blood stock management.We deliver a 24 hour service and you would be expected to work a shift pattern to support provision of this service.
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
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Details
Date posted
30 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
434-SCS7480558
Job locations
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Mandeville Road
Aylesbury
HP21 8AL
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Mandeville Road
Aylesbury
HP21 8AL
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