Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Clinical Biochemistry Luton

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic HCPC State Registered Biomedical Scientist to join the Clinical Biochemistry section of our busy, friendly, Blood Sciences department.

The successful candidate will be required to work at both Bedfordshire Hospital Laboratory sites based on service needs. This will be a great training opportunity to gain specialist knowledge and attain professional development.

Once fully trained they will be expected to participate in the 24/7 shift pattern across both sites where required.

The department has UKAS accreditation, IBMS/HCPC training status and is one of a few organisations to have Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, & Transfusion Science National School of Healthcare Science accredited training status for clinical sciences.

We are committed to developing our services further, through expansion of on-site testing and integration with other services.

Main duties of the job

As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist within the Clinical Biochemistry Department you will be required to:

• Maintain a high standard of work, motivate colleagues and set an example for others to follow.
• Participate in all aspects of the department, particularly where special expertise is required, with the ability to perform all tests and assays in a methodical and scientific fashion, to a high level of accuracy and precision.
• Assist the departmental laboratory seniors in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service, in conjunction with the Clinical lead of the department.
• Deputise in the absence of the departmental laboratory senior when required to do so.

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• To perform as a HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist [BMS] assisting in the delivery of the department services.
• To assist the departmental laboratory senior in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service, in conjunction the clinical lead of the department.
• To implement the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives.
• To contribute to the implementation of UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfil the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.
• To deputise in the absence of the departmental laboratory senior when required to do so.
• The successful candidate will be required to work at both Bedfordshire Hospital Laboratory sites based on service needs.
• N.B. This job may involve the manual handling of heavy loads, for which training will be given. If there is any reason why you should not do this, it is your responsibility to inform your manager immediately.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered
• BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Desirable

• Specialist IBMS Diploma

Communication

Essential

• Able to speak confidently to all grades of staff
• Able to produce clear written documentation
• Report writing

Desirable

• None specified

Knowledge

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of Biomedical Science
• Detailed knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation

Desirable

• Knowledge of current UKAS accreditation standards

Experience

Essential

• Extensive practical experience in Clinical Biochemistry

Desirable

• Supervisory role in a laboratory
• Experience of lone working in a UK laboratory

Skills

Essential

• Accurate input of data while working under pressure
• Ability to plan own work and the work of others
• Attention to detail

Personal Skills

Essential

• Effective motivational skills
• Deal with conflict situations
• Remain calm under pressure
• Adjust quickly to change in circumstances

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

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Luton & Dunstable Hospital
Lewsey Road
Luton
LU4 0DZ
United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Biochemistry Manager
Carla Burnett
carla.burnett@ldh.nhs.uk
01582718820

Details

Date posted
11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

418-DTO6085-KA

Job locations

Luton & Dunstable Hospital
Lewsey Road
Luton
LU4 0DZ
United Kingdom