Biomedical Scientist (Band 5/6)

Location | Competitive Salary | Day Shifts | Monday to Friday

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Biomedical Scientist (Band 5/6) to join their laboratory team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist to contribute to the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services and support excellent patient care.

As part of the laboratory team, you will be responsible for performing a range of analytical tests and investigations on patient samples. You will ensure accurate and timely results that directly support clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.

Key Duties

• Perform analytical testing, validation and processing of patient samples.

• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

• Process urgent, routine and specialist investigations within agreed turnaround times.

• Review and authorise results in line with SOPs, competency requirements and quality standards.

• Participate in Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Assessment (EQA) programmes.

• Maintain compliance with ISO 15189, UKAS and laboratory quality standards.

• Ensure accurate record-keeping and full sample traceability.

• Collaborate effectively with clinicians, nurses and multidisciplinary teams to support patient care.

Requirements

• Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent recognised qualification.

• Analyser installation/validation experience with Beckman Coulter DXI9000 or equivalent.

• HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist.

• IBMS-accredited degree.

• Experience working within a clinical pathology or diagnostic laboratory.

• Knowledge of laboratory testing processes and quality standards.

• Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

• Understanding of laboratory quality management systems and accreditation requirements.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to prioritise workload effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Good IT and data management capabilities.

What We Offer

• Monday to Friday day shift working pattern.

• Opportunity to work within a regulated clinical laboratory environment.

• Opportunity to support high-quality diagnostic services and patient care.

• Collaborative working environment with multidisciplinary teams.

• Opportunity to develop your career within a professional laboratory setting.

Interested?

Apply today with your up-to-date CV and become part of a team committed to delivering outstanding laboratory services and supporting excellent patient care.

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