Job summary

As a Trainee Biomedical Scientist you will be trained in all areas of Haematology Automation, Coagulation, Haemoglobinopathy and Blood Transfusion.

The department is housed in a modern, purpose-built laboratory and the successful candidate will be joining a busy but friendly team. Haematology uses the Beckman Coulter DxH900-2S with Cellavision Digital Morphology, Werfen ACL TOPS 750 Coagulation analysers, Benson's Viscometers for Plasma Viscosity, Sebia Capillarys 3 for HbA1c and Haemoglobinopathy Screening. We also provide Antenatal and Newborn Screening services for Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia. The Blood Transfusion laboratory uses the Werfen Neo Iris Blood Grouping analysers.

The Blood Sciences department has a fully tracked Beckman Coulter DxA5000 automated system connecting Haematology, Coagulation, Chemistry and Virology analysers. We have accreditation by UKAS under ISO:15189 (2022) and are assessed for compliance by MHRA. We are approved by the IBMS as a training laboratory for both the registration portfolio, leading to HCPC registration and specialist portfolios.

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Main duties of the job

Severn Pathology's aim is to provide a best in class, high quality, innovative, value for money pathology service that serves the needs of the healthcare market in the South West region. The laboratory facilities accommodate all pathology disciplines including the Blood Sciences, Bristol Genetics Laboratory, a single Bristol Cellular Pathology Service and a combined Microbiology and Health Protection Agency service within one facility.

The successful candidate will be working as part of the Blood Sciences team rotating between Haematology and Blood Transfusion. Under the direction of senior staff, you will be expected to:

• Complete a course of training to become registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist. The training will be delivered in all aspects of Haematology and Blood Transfusion. In order to achieve the requisite level of knowledge, some structured study may need to be done in the Trainee's own time.
• Under the direction and supervision of qualified staff, assist in the provision of routine and specialist diagnostic laboratory service in accordance with national and professional standards.
• Work on a rotational basis in key sections of the laboratory.

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Per annum, pro rata for part time roles

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

339-CCS7103-LGG

Job locations

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Interpersonal and communication skills

The post holder will:

Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal, to develop and maintain good working relationships with:

o all relevant staff groups within Blood Sciences

o staff within Pathology reception, central office, stores and other Pathology disciplines

o clinical and other health care professional staff

Have the ability to exchange of information accurately, both verbal and written.

Have the ability to notify senior staff of all problems encountered in the performance of duties.

Professional knowledge and expertise

The post holder will:

Have the requisite academic requirements for HCPC registration ie an IBMS accredited BSc. (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Have on-going participation in continuing professional development

Have understanding of relevant codes of practice and professional guidelines

Participate in all aspects of Haematology and Blood Transfusion to attain registration with HCPC.

Assist in the maintenance of the Hospital Blood Banks and the stock control of Blood and Blood Products.

Participate in internal quality control and external quality assurance procedures.

Ensure that a high level of personal competence and professionalism is maintained through continual personal development.

Please refer to attached Job Description for more details.

Job description Job responsibilities Interpersonal and communication skills The post holder will: Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal, to develop and maintain good working relationships with: o all relevant staff groups within Blood Sciences o staff within Pathology reception, central office, stores and other Pathology disciplines o clinical and other health care professional staff Have the ability to exchange of information accurately, both verbal and written. Have the ability to notify senior staff of all problems encountered in the performance of duties. Professional knowledge and expertise The post holder will: Have the requisite academic requirements for HCPC registration ie an IBMS accredited BSc. (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent Have on-going participation in continuing professional development Have understanding of relevant codes of practice and professional guidelines Participate in all aspects of Haematology and Blood Transfusion to attain registration with HCPC. Assist in the maintenance of the Hospital Blood Banks and the stock control of Blood and Blood Products. Participate in internal quality control and external quality assurance procedures. Ensure that a high level of personal competence and professionalism is maintained through continual personal development. Please refer to attached Job Description for more details.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• IBMS accredited BSc honours degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Demonstrate ability and commitment to complete the course of training and a commitment to personal development
• Commitment to personal development
• Ability to handle pathology specimens

Desirable

• Prior experience in a diagnostic Blood Sciences laboratory

Work Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation applicable to laboratories

Desirable

• Knowledge of procedures for the receipt, preparation and processing of samples
• Knowledge of Pathology IT systems

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
• Good organisation skills
• Be an effective team worker
• Good IT and keyboard skills with efficient data-entry skills
• Attention to detail

Person Specification Education Essential IBMS accredited BSc honours degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent Personal Qualities Essential Demonstrate ability and commitment to complete the course of training and a commitment to personal development Commitment to personal development Ability to handle pathology specimens Desirable Prior experience in a diagnostic Blood Sciences laboratory Work Experience Essential Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation applicable to laboratories Desirable Knowledge of procedures for the receipt, preparation and processing of samples Knowledge of Pathology IT systems Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Essential Good interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal Good organisation skills Be an effective team worker Good IT and keyboard skills with efficient data-entry skills Attention to detail

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)