Biomedical Scientist

Job Summary We are looking for a BMS in Clinical Biochemistry at CDDFT processing 1500‑2000 samples per site each day. Nominal base will be University Hospital of North Durham, with required travel to other sites within the Trust. Blood sciences at CDDFT is a very busy laboratory. You will be a proactive member of the Blood Sciences Team with excellent communication, interpersonal, multitasking, organisational and prioritisation skills. Relevant experience in a UK laboratory in Biochemistry is preferred; should have been obtained within the last three years. Main Duties of the Job Maintain and run automated analysers, perform QC, investigate and troubleshoot QC failures and spurious results. Perform manual tests and record results. Book patient samples onto the Laboratory Computer System, ensuring correct test requests. Centrifuge samples and authorise results, forwarding abnormals to Clinical Scientists as required. Manage pending test lists, prioritise urgent work to meet turnaround times. Answer telephone queries and liaise with other Trust staff and the general public. Stock control including ordering, receiving, receipting deliveries, documenting and organising batches of reagents, performing verification tasks. Assist in training and competency assessment of new Band 4 staff. About Us We provide hospital services from two acute sites, a centre for planned care, multiple community hospitals and over 80 other community based settings. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and BAME candidates. Job Description and Responsibilities Part of your role will be to complete all required quality documentation including training, competency and CPD. Clinical Biochemistry processes approximately 800,000 samples per year using Siemens Atellica systems, HbA1c testing and other assays. Experience is advantageous but not essential. Perform complex analyses, authorise results, reflex tests, refer abnormals to consultants. Ensure analysers are maintained, calibrated, quality controlled and troubleshoot issues. Provide results in a timely manner in emergency situations; must be able to prioritise, multitask, keep calm and have excellent communication skills. Train and supervise Band 4 staff. Participate in 24/7 shift rota (days, late, night, weekends, bank holidays); cross‑site cover required. Must be HCPC registered; this is a short‑term fixed‑term post. Person Specification Statutory Registration (Essential) HCPC registered Special Requirements (Essential) Able to travel across trust sites.Shift work, out of hours work. Qualifications (Essential) BSc Biomedical Sciences Desirable Computer literate.Working towards specialist diploma.Science / English / Math A-levels. Special Skills & Knowledge (Essential) Organise own work activities.Prioritisation of duties.Communication.Medical / Scientific terminology.Numerical calculations.Manual dexterity, tests and analysers.Precise and accurate work performance. Experience (Essential) Relevant laboratory experience. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires Disclosure to be submitted to the Disclosure and Barring Service. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer Details County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust University Hospital Of North Durham, North Road, Durham, DH1 5TW Contact Reference number: C9439-2526-1265 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 5 Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum, pro rata Contract: Fixed term Duration: 12 months Working pattern: Part‑time Job location: University Hospital Of North Durham Job posted: 11 December 2025 Employer's Website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ #J-18808-Ljbffr