Biomedical Scientist (Night Shift) – Biochemistry Department – Ramsay Rivers Hospital, Hertfordshire
Job Title: Biomedical Scientist
Department: Biochemistry Department
Location: Ramsay Rivers Hospital, Hertfordshire, CM21 0HH
Contract/Hours: Full Time/Permanent
Salary range: Up to £66,582.10 per annum DOE inclusive of regional pay allowance plus 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. There is ample car parking available and a staff canteen on site. The laboratory operates a 24/7 service and supports outpatient, surgical, and oncology services, working closely with hospital clinical teams. The laboratory is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of approximately 15 staff, including MLAs, trainee and registered Biomedical Scientists, Senior BMS staff, and the Pathology Lead.
Equipment platforms include Roche, Sysmex, and Grifols analysers, and the network is transitioning to a single integrated LIMS system.
About the Job
Applicants will need to have experience at band 6 or equivalent level, Blood Transfusion experience is essential, and must be able to work as part of the laboratory team, with responsibility for maintaining a safe, high-quality diagnostic service during all shifts.
Applicants must include their HCPC registration number on their CV and be able to work days, nights, and weekends without restriction.
Key Duties
- 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
The role requires the ability to work independently and safely as a lone practitioner.
Working Arrangements
- Mon-Fri include early, core days and late shifts
- Nights are mostly covered by dedicated night staff but cover required
- Weekend and out-of-hours shifts with the addition of enhanced rates and overtime
Training and Development
- Participate in internal training and competency assessment programs
- 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 are aligned to our internal transparent pay structure (Progression Plus), supporting career development and structured annual salary reviews
- 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 services
- 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 – 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 – 29 days
- Flexible working hours – we support and offer flexibility around shift patterns and working schedule
We respect and value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from diverse communities.
PLEASE NOTE: WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS VACANCY AT ANY TIME EVEN IF A CLOSING DATE IS SHOWN HERE OR IN ANY OTHER MEDIA.
Biomedical Scientist employer: Sonic Healthcare UK
Sonic Healthcare UK is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. With the opportunity to work in a dynamic Haematology lab in London, employees benefit from competitive night pay enhancements, comprehensive training, and a robust benefits package, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
