Job summary

Wonderful opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic band 5 Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist to join our friendly and dedicated Blood Sciences team at Charing Cross Hospital working in Clinical Biochemistry and Serology Department. North West London Pathology operates as a hub and spoke model for the provision of pathology services, with Charing Cross Hospital operating as the hub pathology site. The department is a state of the art facility and one of the largest laboratories within the UK.

All major analytical equipment will be state of the art analysers including Abbott Alinity Chemistry and Immuno-Chemistry analysers, Tosoh G11 HbA1c analysers, Abbott HQ Haematology analysers, Stago StarMax2 Haemostasis analysers, Alifax ESR Technology, and BioRad IH1000 Blood Grouping analyser.

The laboratory is covered 24 hours every day and the successful candidate would be expected to participate in core, late and Weekend shift rota which contributes to the continuity and quality of care for patients in the Trust hospitals. Participation in night rota will be expected when there is a service reqirement. Staffs' are expected to travel across our six hospital sites when required.

Applications are sought from self-motivating individuals who are currently registered with the HCPC. Previous experience in a multi-discipline environment and automated instruments or Abbott Alinity would be an advantage.

Main duties of the job

To be an efficient flexible member of the Clinical Biochemistry and Serology laboratory providing a high quality service to Imperial College Healthcare Trust. Registered BMS - To maintain the required levels of laboratory safety and good laboratory practice, as specified in local and national guidelines. To work with biomedical scientists and clinical scientists in the provision of a comprehensive and effective Clinical Biochemistry and serology service for the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, as directed by the Head of the Department. To participate in the efficient handling, processing and analysis of samples in the laboratory, under supervision. To maintain effective records of all activities and procedures, and to contribute towards the maintenance of the laboratory's quality system. To check, keep clean and maintain laboratory equipment. To carry out supervised laboratory procedures in all sections of the laboratory, as directed by the Head of the Unit and senior scientific staff. To undergo appropriate teaching and training as directed and as necessary in order to maintain HCPC registration and to maintain suitable records of all training activities undertaken.

About us

Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

NWLP Induction

The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.

For 2025, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.

Monday 3 February 2025Monday 3 March 2025Monday 7 April 2025Monday 12 May 2025Monday 2 June 2025Monday 7 July 2025Monday 4 August 2025Monday 1 September 2025Monday 6 October 2025Monday 3 November 2025Monday 1 December 2025

Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

EDUCATION

Essential

2nd class Honours Degree in a biological science which is acceptable by IBMS/HCPC for Registration Higher academic qualification equivalent to Foundation Degree Or enrolled in first year of accredited BSc

Desirable

Once Registered, undertake the IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Clinical Biochemistry or Serology

SKILLS/ABILITIES

Essential

Good communication and presentation skills. Quick to learn and comprehend. Ability to work under pressure. Prepared to work with biological materials

Desirable

Ability to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks Basic relevant scientific skills

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Basic scientific skills appropriate to a pathology laboratory

Desirable

Work experience in a relevant diagnostic laboratory. Knowledge of health and safety issues