Biomedical Scientist (Night Shift), Biochemistry Department – Ramsay Rivers Hospital, Hertfordshire
Full‑time / Permanent. Salary up to £66,582.10 per annum DOE inclusive of regional pay allowance and unsocial working hours allowance (for Night‑Shift).
About the Service
The Rivers Laboratory is based within Ramsay Rivers Hospital in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, and provides services to the host site and six additional hospitals, including two with blood transfusion services. The laboratory operates a 24/7 service and supports outpatient, surgical, and oncology services, working closely with hospital clinical teams.
About the Job
Applicants must have experience at band 6 or equivalent, blood transfusion experience is essential, and be able to work as part of the laboratory team, maintaining a safe, high‑quality diagnostic service during all shifts. HCPC registration number must be included on the CV. Candidates must be able to work days, nights, and weekends without restriction.
Key duties include:
- Receipt, booking, and processing of patient samples
- Performance and monitoring of internal quality control (IQC) and participation in external quality assessment (EQA)
- Authorisation and reporting of laboratory results in line with departmental protocols
- Troubleshooting instrumentation and resolving analytical issues
- Completion of operational and quality‑related documentation
- Reporting and investigation of incidents in accordance with governance procedures
- Supporting stock control and reagent management
- Issuing blood components
Working Arrangements
- Mon‑Fri include early, core days and lates
- Nights mostly covered by dedicated night staff but cover required
- Weekend and out‑of‑hours shifts with enhanced rates and overtime
Training and Development
- Participation in internal training and competency assessment programmes
- Maintain continuing professional development (CPD)
- Engage with departmental quality and service improvement activities
Benefits
- Training and development opportunities – supporting professional development
- Annual salary review – salary and progression aligned to our internal transparent pay structure (Progression Plus)
- Discounted gym membership – 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 – one month’s full pay and one month’s half pay after probation
- Permanent health insurance and death in service cover
- Life assurance – salary continuation for long‑term illness (six‑month 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 increase with service
- Competitive annual leave allowance – 29 days
- Flexible working hours – support and offer flexibility around shift patterns and working schedule
Biomedical Scientist (Night Shift), Biochemistry Department employer: Health Services Laboratories
Health Services Laboratories is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where you can lead a dedicated team in delivering critical blood transfusion services. With a strong commitment to staff development and compliance with industry standards, employees benefit from continuous growth opportunities and a supportive culture that values teamwork and excellence. Located within the vibrant NHS framework, this role not only provides meaningful work but also contributes significantly to patient care across UCLH and beyond.
Contact Details:
Health Services Laboratories Recruitment Team
