Overview
An exciting opportunity has come up within the Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services network for a HCPC Registered Multi‑Disciplinary Biomedical Scientist in the Integrated Blood Sciences department based at Warwick Hospital. The role is varied and offers great learning opportunities for someone interested in Blood Sciences. Excellent communication skills, accuracy and methodical work following written protocols are essential. Previous NHS experience is required. The position works a 24/7 rota after relevant training.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report.
Closing date: Sunday 24 May 2026.
Responsibilities
* Perform daily routine and specialised diagnostic services on patient and environmental samples containing potentially infectious material on a rotational basis using manual and automated techniques to exacting medical and scientific standards according to standard operating procedures.
* Interpret daily diagnostic investigations, managing technical or analytical nonconformity and informing the line manager when necessary.
* Enter data accurately and promptly into the laboratory computer system and/or automated analysers using a VDU and keyboard workstation.
* Record reports for authorisation in electronic form and/or verbally to authorised recipients.
* Quality‑check outputs, maintaining necessary internal records.
* Participate in the 24/7 rota after training.
* Engage in external and internal quality assurance schemes and vertical and horizontal audits as directed by senior staff.
* Work to meet laboratory performance targets as directed by senior staff.
* Under supervision, develop and investigate new techniques as required by changing service needs.
* Regularly inform and discuss progress of training toward a post‑registration specialist competence portfolio with the laboratory training officer and other senior staff.
Supporting Tasks
* Be aware of stocks of kits, reagents and consumables and report stock deficiencies to senior staff.
* Participate in appraisals and personal reviews, working toward agreed objectives.
* Participate in shifts and out‑of‑hour services as required.
* Undertake phlebotomy after suitable training.
Qualifications
• HCPC Registered Multi‑Disciplinary Biomedical Scientist (or equivalent).
• Previous NHS experience in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 roster following specialised training.
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