Health Services Laboratories

Biomedical Scientist

The closing date is 21 October 2025

Job summary

A vacancy has arisen for a part time experienced biomedical scientist to join the busy multidisciplinary team at the Ramsay Rivers TDL laboratory in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire.

As the laboratory is 24/7, there are several options on how the part time hours can be applied eg) evening, nights, weekends.

Main duties of the job

The successful post holder should have experience in Biochemistry, Haematology and Blood transfusion if possible.

Blood Transfusion is desirable.

Experience in one or more disciplines will be considered and full training in the other discipline(s) will be provided.

Participation in the out of hours on call rota will be required for which there is additional payments.

About us

At TDL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including:

Training and development opportunities supporting professional development

Annual salary review- No banding restrictions:As we are a private company we are not restricted by salary bandings and so are able to negotiate appropriate salaries based on experience. This also means that annual salary reviews do not hit a band ceiling.

Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms

Cash healthcare plan cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians

Sick Pay Entitlement 5 paid days in the first year of employment, 20 days thereafter

Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover

Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness (six months qualifying period)

Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing

Season Ticket Loan Scheme interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket

Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts

Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with service

Competitive annual leave allowance-28 days

Flexible working hours we support and offer flexibility around shift patterns and working schedule

Details

Date posted

30 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Up to £26,040 per annum DOE

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0111-25-0061

Job locations

Rivers Hospital

High Wych Road

Sawbridgeworth

Hertfordshire

CM21 0HH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties: To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties: 1. Participate in all areas of laboratory bench work, whilst adhering to standard operating procedures and participating in their regular review and update. 2. Multidisciplinary working as required. 3. Techniques and testing that include Haematology and morphology, Coagulation, Biochemistry and Immunoassays, and Blood Transfusion (grouping, antibody investigations and compatible unit and product issue). 4. Communicate patients results and answer enquiries from health care professionals providing information regarding appropriate investigations required and explanation of results, within departmental guidelines and professional code of conduct. 5. Interpret clinical information and use scientific knowledge to process specimens for appropriate tests, seeking advice from senior staff and clinicians when necessary. 6. Undertake specimen preparation and analysis for a range of sample types. 7. Operate and maintain analytical equipment in the department. 8. Evaluate and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures. 9. Interpret complex scientific data and enter test results on pathology computer system. 10. Check reports for further action by clinical staff. 11. Authorise reports as delegated within departmental policy. 12. Replace stocks of consumables and reagents when required and inform the Section Leader if back-up stocks are low. 13. To assist when required in the preparation of documentation for UKAS (ISO) accreditation. 14. Able to solve complex problems within work area, but advise both clinicians and senior staff of any clinical and managerial issues

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties: To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties: 1. Participate in all areas of laboratory bench work, whilst adhering to standard operating procedures and participating in their regular review and update. 2. Multidisciplinary working as required. 3. Techniques and testing that include Haematology and morphology, Coagulation, Biochemistry and Immunoassays, and Blood Transfusion (grouping, antibody investigations and compatible unit and product issue). 4. Communicate patients results and answer enquiries from health care professionals providing information regarding appropriate investigations required and explanation of results, within departmental guidelines and professional code of conduct. 5. Interpret clinical information and use scientific knowledge to process specimens for appropriate tests, seeking advice from senior staff and clinicians when necessary. 6. Undertake specimen preparation and analysis for a range of sample types. 7. Operate and maintain analytical equipment in the department. 8. Evaluate and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures. 9. Interpret complex scientific data and enter test results on pathology computer system. 10. Check reports for further action by clinical staff. 11. Authorise reports as delegated within departmental policy. 12. Replace stocks of consumables and reagents when required and inform the Section Leader if back-up stocks are low. 13. To assist when required in the preparation of documentation for UKAS (ISO) accreditation. 14. Able to solve complex problems within work area, but advise both clinicians and senior staff of any clinical and managerial issues

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Theoretical and practical knowledge in discipline of pathology relevant to role.
  • Previous experience in a relevant laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist
  • IBMS Accredited BSc (hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
  • Participation in a relevant CPD Scheme e.g. IBMS
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Theoretical and practical knowledge in discipline of pathology relevant to role.
  • Previous experience in a relevant laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist
  • IBMS Accredited BSc (hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent
  • Participation in a relevant CPD Scheme e.g. IBMS

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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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).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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

Health Services Laboratories

Address

Rivers Hospital

High Wych Road

Sawbridgeworth

Hertfordshire

CM21 0HH


Employer's website

https://www.hslpathology.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Health Services Laboratories

Address

Rivers Hospital

High Wych Road

Sawbridgeworth

Hertfordshire

CM21 0HH


Employer's website

https://www.hslpathology.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

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Details

Date posted

30 September 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Up to £26,040 per annum DOE

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0111-25-0061

Job locations

Rivers Hospital

High Wych Road

Sawbridgeworth

Hertfordshire

CM21 0HH


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