Specialist Biomedical Scientist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 24/08/2026
- Closes
- 07/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist in the Clinical Biochemistry Department at Charing Cross Hospital. The role requires a self-motivated, suitably qualified BMS with strong post-registration experience and an IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Clinical Biochemistry or equivalent. You will participate in late/weekend shifts and may rotate through the Serology section. Applicants must be HCPC state registered with significant post-registration experience in an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory.
Essential criteria
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent which is acceptable by the IBMS /HPC for registration
- HCPC Registration and clear understanding of Code of Conduct and Professional Standards of the HCPC
- IBMS Specialist Diploma or demonstrate the equivalent depth and breadth of knowledge in the relevant discipline evidenced by competency documents or equivalent
- Actively involved in Continuing Professional Development
Desirable criteria
- Experience of using Abbott Alinity CI
- Good practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Able to prioritise work according to demand and urgency
- Ability to work both individually and as part of a team
- Customer Service experience
- A good working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
- Use of Pathology computer systems
- Previous experience in a large busy laboratory
- Education
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent which is acceptable by the IBMS /HPC for registration
- HCPC Registration and clear understanding of Code of Conduct and Professional Standards of the HCPC
- IBMS Specialist Diploma or demonstrate the equivalent depth and breadth of knowledge in the relevant discipline evidenced by competency documents or equivalent
- Actively involved in Continuing Professional Development
- Experience of using Abbott Alinity CI
- Good practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Able to prioritise work according to demand and urgency
- Ability to work both individually and as part of a team
- Customer Service experience
- A good working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
- Use of Pathology computer systems
- Previous experience in a large busy laboratory
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £47,951 – £56,863 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
Posted 6d ago · Closes in 9d
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to apply for this band 6 Specialist BMS role in the Clinical Biochemistry Department at Charing Cross Hospital Automation laboratory.
We are seeking a self-motivated and suitably qualified Biomedical Scientist with strong post registration experience, along with an IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Clinical Biochemistry or equivalent demonstrable specialist knowledge and experience.
Although we are recruiting for a Band 6 Specialist BMS in Clinical Biochemistry, if a suitable Band 6 candidate is not appointed, the post may be offered under Annex U, with progression to Band 6 on successful completion of the relevant IBMS Specialist Portfolio.
As both biochemistry and serology assays are performed on same platforms, you will be expected to rotate through Serology section upon completion of appropriate training and competency.
The laboratory is covered for 24 hours seven days a week and you would be expected to participate in the late/weekend shifts and contribute to the continuity and quality of care for patients in the Trust hospitals. Staff are also expected to work across our six hospital sites when required.It is an essential requirement that applicants are HCPC state registered with a significant post registration experience in an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory.
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