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Biomedical Support Worker Clinical Biochemistry
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
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Reference: 2451830
Job summary
Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our Clinical Biochemistry team at the Bedford site as a Biomedical Support Worker.
You will receive comprehensive training and gain valuable experience in a range of laboratory activities, including receiving and preparing blood samples for analysis, entering relevant information into the laboratory computer system, and carrying out routine equipment maintenance.
Although the department provides a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week service, Biomedical Support Worker shifts are currently worked Monday to Friday on one of the following schedules:
- 08:40-17:10
- 11:30-20:00
Please note: This post does not support the completion of a registration portfolio.
Previous laboratory or hospital experience would be an advantage; however, full training will be provided for the successful candidate.
Main duties of the job
As a Biomedical Support Worker, you will support Higher Biomedical Support Workers, Biomedical Scientists and Senior Biomedical Scientists in the effective delivery of a coordinated laboratory service.
Key responsibilities include:
- Contributing to the day-to-day operation of the laboratory, including undertaking a range of routine and limited technical duties.
- Supporting Higher Biomedical Support Workers, Biomedical Scientists and Senior Biomedical Scientists in delivering a high-quality, efficient and effective service in accordance with the department's Quality Management System (QMS).
- Following established policies, procedures and protocols to ensure compliance with current UKAS standards, relevant UK and European legislation, and the requirements of discipline-specific regulatory bodies.
- Assisting with the training and development of other laboratory support staff, as required.
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.
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.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
418-BIO43859-SSJ
Job locations
Bedford Hospital
Kempston Road
Bedford
MK42 9DJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- To support Higher Biomedical Support Workers, Biomedical Scientists (BMS) and Senior Biomedical Scientists in the effective delivery of a coordinated laboratory service.
- To adhere to the departments Quality Policy and agreed quality objectives.
- To follow UKAS standards and use the Pathology Quality Management System to support quality monitoring and audits in accordance with ISO 15189 requirements.
- To assist in implementing corrective actions to address non-conformities identified through internal or external audits, complaints or other quality management processes.
- To follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) using the Document Management Module of the Q-Pulse system.
- To comply with all departmental and organisational policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to the role.
- To participate in departmental audits, including vertical, horizontal and examination audits, as required.
- To follow the departmental Risk Management Policy, including reporting incidents, accidents and adverse events, and adhering to relevant risk assessments and control measures.
- To support effective departmental communication by sharing relevant information from management, operational and Health and Safety meetings with colleagues, where appropriate.
- To undertake a limited range of tests and assays accurately and methodically, within the scope of training, competence and authorisation.
- To report any problems, difficulties or concerns encountered during duties to the appropriate senior laboratory staff or line manager.
- To participate in evidence-based training and maintain the knowledge and skills required for the role through ongoing learning and Continuing Professional Development (CPD), as appropriate.
- To attend an annual appraisal with the line manager and work towards agreed objectives and development goals.
- To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post, as directed by the line manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- To support Higher Biomedical Support Workers, Biomedical Scientists (BMS) and Senior Biomedical Scientists in the effective delivery of a coordinated laboratory service.
- To adhere to the departments Quality Policy and agreed quality objectives.
- To follow UKAS standards and use the Pathology Quality Management System to support quality monitoring and audits in accordance with ISO 15189 requirements.
- To assist in implementing corrective actions to address non-conformities identified through internal or external audits, complaints or other quality management processes.
- To follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) using the Document Management Module of the Q-Pulse system.
- To comply with all departmental and organisational policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to the role.
- To participate in departmental audits, including vertical, horizontal and examination audits, as required.
- To follow the departmental Risk Management Policy, including reporting incidents, accidents and adverse events, and adhering to relevant risk assessments and control measures.
- To support effective departmental communication by sharing relevant information from management, operational and Health and Safety meetings with colleagues, where appropriate.
- To undertake a limited range of tests and assays accurately and methodically, within the scope of training, competence and authorisation.
- To report any problems, difficulties or concerns encountered during duties to the appropriate senior laboratory staff or line manager.
- To participate in evidence-based training and maintain the knowledge and skills required for the role through ongoing learning and Continuing Professional Development (CPD), as appropriate.
- To attend an annual appraisal with the line manager and work towards agreed objectives and development goals.
- To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of the post, as directed by the line manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- O Level GCE's in Science or knowledge of Hospital Lab procedures
Desirable
- A levels GCE
Experience
Essential
- some experience of a Hospital Laboratory environment. Ability to organise own work.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to relay tests results to clinicians and other staff. Ability to answer queries
knowledge
Essential
- fundamental laboratory H&S. Specimen preparation. patient confidentiality
skills
Essential
- data entry skills. good organisational skills
personal skills
Essential
- personal integrity, drive and determination. Flexibility
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- O Level GCE's in Science or knowledge of Hospital Lab procedures
Desirable
- A levels GCE
Experience
Essential
- some experience of a Hospital Laboratory environment. Ability to organise own work.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to relay tests results to clinicians and other staff. Ability to answer queries
knowledge
Essential
- fundamental laboratory H&S. Specimen preparation. patient confidentiality
skills
Essential
- data entry skills. good organisational skills
personal skills
Essential
- personal integrity, drive and determination. Flexibility
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).
Additional information
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bedford Hospital
Kempston Road
Bedford
MK42 9DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bedford Hospital
Kempston Road
Bedford
MK42 9DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)