Senior Biomedical Scientist
The closing date is 27 May 2026.
The Cellular Pathology department at York Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Senior Biomedical Scientist with a focus on quality and patient safety. This role includes specific responsibility for the specimen reception and cut‑up section of the laboratory.
The successful candidate must be committed to quality and improvement and possess the following qualities:
* An innovative, forward‑looking approach.
* Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage change and motivate staff.
* Extensive technical and theoretical knowledge in Cellular Pathology, with particular expertise in specimen reception and cut‑up.
* The necessary experience to undertake the challenging role.
The department is UKAS accredited and IBMS approved for training. The service is entering an exciting phase of transformation, with the implementation of cerebro specimen tracking and digital pathology, offering opportunities for the post holder to shape and lead service developments.
For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit please contact Helen Armitage (Chief Biomedical Scientist) via e‑mail harmitage1@nhs.net.
Interviews for this position will be held in person only at the hospital site. Remote interviews will not be available.
Main duties of the job
You must meet all the essential criteria for this post.
* Manage a team in the specimen reception and cut‑up section of the Cellular Pathology laboratory to ensure all work is processed efficiently.
* Perform audits relevant to the specialist area.
* Communicate effectively with colleagues and service users throughout the Trust, community, and wider organisations to provide information of a complex nature.
* Report adverse incidents via the DATIX system and contribute to the completion of associated CAPAs in the quality management system.
* Develop and review documentation ensuring they meet UKAS ISO:15189 2022 standards for the specialist area.
* Lead the development of new methods and the implementation of new technologies.
* Order and manage stock to ensure sufficient supplies and consumables.
* Perform team appraisals.
* Lead the validation and verification of new equipment and procedures.
* Support departmental inspections, assessments, and accreditation activities.
* Act as deputy for the Chief BMS as required.
About us
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff:
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, including benefits for retirees and dependants.
* 27 days holiday (rising to 33 days depending on NHS Trust service).
* A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) for hard‑to‑fill positions where relocation is expected.
* A variety of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, through the Employee Assistance Programme.
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
* Extensive learning and development opportunities.
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers.
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
* Minimum of three years’ experience as a BMS in a Cellular Pathology UKAS accredited laboratory.
* Training knowledge and experience.
Skills and Attributes
* Good communication skills, written and verbal.
Values and Behaviours
* Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours.
Education, Qualifications and Training
* BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (or alternative qualification approved by HCPC for registration).
* IBMS Specialist Diploma in a related discipline or equivalent.
* Registration with the HCPC.
* MSc or equivalent in a related discipline.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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