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Biomedical Scientist Band 6 Clinical Chemistry Biomedical Scientist Biomedical Scientist

Weston-super-Mare Band 6 Full-Time Locum

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) to join a Clinical Chemistry laboratory in Weston-super-Mare.

The successful candidate will carry out routine and specialist Clinical Chemistry testing, analyser operation, troubleshooting, quality control and result validation, while ensuring compliance with laboratory SOPs, ISO 15189, UKAS and professional standards.

Experience with Beckman Coulter analysers, Remisol middleware and WinPath LIMS is essential for this role.

• Band 6 position.

• Full-time hours.

• Locum contract.

• Opportunity to work within an established Clinical Chemistry laboratory.

• Opportunity to use specialist Beckman Coulter laboratory analysers and systems.

• Support a high-quality diagnostic service within a clinical laboratory environment.

• Support the daily operational management of the Clinical Chemistry department.

• Perform routine and specialist Clinical Chemistry testing and result validation.

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and carry out quality checks on laboratory analysers.

• Process diagnostic samples efficiently while meeting target turnaround times and prioritising urgent clinical work.

• Authorise and release patient results in accordance with laboratory SOPs, quality standards and professional guidelines.

• Participate in Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Assessment (EQA) programmes.

• Contribute to compliance with ISO 15189, UKAS and other relevant regulatory requirements.

• Ensure accurate sample tracking, traceability and record management using WinPath LIMS.

• Work collaboratively with laboratory colleagues, clinicians and multidisciplinary teams to support patient care and service delivery.

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist is essential.

• Minimum Band 6-level experience within a Clinical Chemistry laboratory.

• Strong hands-on experience in Clinical Chemistry.

• Experience using Beckman Coulter DxC700 AU analysers.

• Experience using Beckman Coulter DxI 800 analysers.

• Experience using Beckman Coulter DxA Automation Track systems.

• Experience using Remisol middleware.

• Experience using WinPath LIMS.

• Strong understanding of laboratory quality management systems, IQC, EQA and laboratory accreditation standards.

• Understanding of ISO 15189 and UKAS requirements.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

If you're an experienced HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist Band 6 with Clinical Chemistry experience and knowledge of Beckman Coulter analysers, Remisol middleware and WinPath LIMS, apply today with your up-to-date CV for this locum Biomedical Scientist opportunity in Weston-super-Mare.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) - Haematology & Coagulation

Weston-super-Mare Band 6 Locum Full-Time Haematology & Coagulation

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced and HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) to join a busy Haematology and Coagulation laboratory in Weston-super-Mare.

This locum opportunity is ideal for a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist, Haematology Biomedical Scientist, or Clinical Laboratory Scientist with strong experience in Haematology, Coagulation and blood film morphology.

You will support the delivery of a high-quality diagnostic laboratory service, ensuring accurate and timely results that contribute directly to patient care.

• Band 6 locum opportunity.

• Full-time working hours.

• Opportunity to work within a busy Haematology and Coagulation laboratory.

• Experience working with a range of automated laboratory analysers and systems.

• Opportunity to develop experience within a regulated clinical laboratory environment.

• Support the day-to-day operational running of the Haematology and Coagulation department.

• Perform routine and specialist Haematology and Coagulation testing, including result validation and authorisation.

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform quality checks on laboratory analysers.

• Process diagnostic samples within agreed turnaround times, ensuring urgent work is prioritised appropriately.

• Authorise and release patient results in accordance with SOPs, quality standards, and professional guidelines.

• Participate in Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Assessment (EQA) programmes.

• Support laboratory compliance with ISO 15189, UKAS, and other regulatory requirements.

• Maintain accurate sample traceability and laboratory records using WinPath LIMS.

• Collaborate effectively with laboratory colleagues, clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams to support service delivery and patient care.

• Support service improvement and training activities within the laboratory.

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist.

• Experience working at Band 6 level within a Haematology laboratory.

• Strong experience in Haematology and Coagulation.

• Morphology trained with experience in blood film interpretation.

• Hands-on experience with Beckman Coulter DxH 900 analysers.

• Experience using Werfen ACL TOP analysers.

• Experience using Remisol Middleware.

• Experience using WinPath LIMS.

• Experience with Cellavision.

• Experience with Aerospray.

• Experience conducting malaria parasitology investigations.

• Experience with HbA1c processing using Sebia Capillarys 3 Tera.

• Strong understanding of laboratory quality systems, IQC, EQA, and accreditation requirements.

• Ability to work accurately and efficiently within a fast-paced laboratory environment.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills.

Desirable Skills

• Blood Transfusion experience.

• Experience using Immucor Werfen Echo Lumena analysers.

• Previous experience working within an ISO 15189-accredited laboratory.

• Experience supporting laboratory service improvement and training activities.

If you're an experienced Biomedical Scientist (Band 6), Haematology Biomedical Scientist, Coagulation Biomedical Scientist, or Clinical Laboratory Scientist with the required HCPC registration and laboratory experience, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Job Title: Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Infectious Sciences

Location: Taunton

Salary: 39,959 to 48,117 per annum + 10,000 welcome bonus

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

About us:

Southwest Pathology Services (SPS) is seeking a highly motivated and organised Biomedical Scientist, with HCPC registration and IBMS Specialist Portfolio to join our friendly Infection Science team. Applicants can earn up to 48,117 per annum depending on qualifications and experience and subject to agreement, may be entitled to a 10,000 welcome bonus.

For over 10 years, SPS has supported healthcare improvement across Somerset. Formed in 2012, Southwest Pathology Services (SPS) is a joint venture between SYNLAB UK & Ireland and Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. The partnership serves a population of around 500,000 and delivers services to the Trust and more than 50 GP practices, delivering on over 11 million tests annually. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC-approved laboratory for IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolio training.

SYNLAB has a strong commitment to investment in both people and services. A well-established central 'Hub' laboratory is based in Taunton, supported by Essential Service Laboratories at Musgrove Park Hospital and Yeovil District Hospital to provide urgent testing 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The laboratory has one of the first new generation Kiestra automated platforms in the UK, with over 40 staff processing 400,000 samples per year.

We'd be able to provide sponsorship to those who meet the eligibility criteria.

About the role

SYNLAB UK & Ireland has a strong track record of working in partnership with the NHS to enhance pathology services through successful joint ventures, including SPS.

You will be based within the Infectious Sciences laboratory (including Bacteriology, Parasitology, Virology, Molecular and Mycology), at the Hub laboratory site in Taunton. There will be a requirement to rotate within all areas, subject to completion of suitable training. The department operates 7 days per week with rota for weekend working, on-call and bank holidays- all these have pay enhancements.

Key responsibilities include:

• To perform and interpret routine and specialist Biomedical investigations autonomously to provide patients results within agreed quality standards of service delivery and turnaround times under the supervision of senior staff.
• Work independently, implement and propose changes to procedures for own work area.
• Act as the lead specialist for a designated area within Infection Sciences, such as Quality Management, Health & Safety, Information Technology, or a specific technical discipline, providing expert oversight, driving service development, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and policies.
• To continue with personal development through academic and/or practical experience.
• To provide professional leadership and training to Basic Grade, Trainee BMS, Associate Practitioners (equivalent grades) and Medical Laboratory Assistants.
• To maintain the standards of conduct required by the Health Professions Council to practice as a registered Biomedical Scientist.
• To provide technical advice to clinicians as to the appropriateness of tests and timescales.
• To assist and carry out duties as directed in Health and Safety, audit, training, incident reporting and quality assurance/quality control
• Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management.
• Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory, document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance processes.
• Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.
• Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.

About you:

Qualifications:

• BSc Degree, accredited by the Healthcare Professions Council and IBMS.
• HCPC Registration
• Specialist Portfolio in Microbiology or equivalent experience prior to specialist portfolio release

What we offer:

• All staff commencing on SYNLAB Hospital terms and conditions are subject to a 3-month probationary period and may be entitled to a welcome bonus of 10,000.
• We offer a comprehensive training budget to support career development, providing the resources and opportunities needed for professional growth.
• SPS promotes continuous professional development through regular seminars, and as part of HCPC registration, staff are expected to maintain an up-to-date CPD portfolio.
• There is a healthy training budget to allow local/distant attendance at Congress/seminars/symposiums.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with experience of; Biomedical Scientist, Senior Biomedical Scientist, Clinical Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Laboratory Scientist, Specialist Clinical Scientist will also be considered for this role.

Vivid Healthcare are looking for an experienced Band 5 Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Locum within Histology in Guildford

Pay: £20- £26 per hour

Position Details: Microtomy experience, minimum 20 blocks per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Guildford

Duration: Ongoing

Essential: HCPC Registration

Registering with Vivid Healthcare comes with extensive benefits:

Full online and Practical Trainings

First refusals on all locum positions prior to being advertised.

CPD re-reimbursements (Terms and Conditions Apply)

Experienced Consultant (one point of contact)

Online timesheets where you can log in at any time and print your weekly income.

Contactable at any time/nights/weekends

To be successful for this role, you must be a fully qualified BMS with a minimum of 12 months recent experience within a UK based hospital and proven experience within Microbiology.

We offer a £250 referral bonus on successful placement (terms and qualifying period apply). Should this position not be of interest we have a number of roles around the UK offering great packages, please call the BMS team if you would like to know more information.

Vivid Healthcare are looking for an experienced Band 5 Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Locum within Histology in Carlisle

Pay: £20- £25 per hour

Position Details: Microtomy experience, minimum 20 blocks per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Carlisle

Duration: Ongoing

Essential: HCPC Registration

Registering with Vivid Healthcare comes with extensive benefits:

Full online and Practical Trainings

First refusals on all locum positions prior to being advertised.

CPD re-reimbursements (Terms and Conditions Apply)

Experienced Consultant (one point of contact)

Online timesheets where you can log in at any time and print your weekly income.

Contactable at any time/nights/weekends

To be successful for this role, you must be a fully qualified BMS with a minimum of 12 months recent experience within a UK based hospital and proven experience within Microbiology.

We offer a £250 referral bonus on successful placement (terms and qualifying period apply). Should this position not be of interest we have a number of roles around the UK offering great packages, please call the BMS team if you would like to know more information.

Vivid Healthcare are looking for an experienced Band 6 or 7 Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Locum within Histology in Bradford

Pay: £20- £26 per hour

Position Details: Microtomy experience, minimum 20 blocks per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Bradford

Duration: Ongoing

Essential: HCPC Registration

Registering with Vivid Healthcare comes with extensive benefits:

Full online and Practical Trainings

First refusals on all locum positions prior to being advertised.

CPD re-reimbursements (Terms and Conditions Apply)

Experienced Consultant (one point of contact)

Online timesheets where you can log in at any time and print your weekly income.

Contactable at any time/nights/weekends

To be successful for this role, you must be a fully qualified BMS with a minimum of 12 months recent experience within a UK based hospital and proven experience within Microbiology.

We offer a £250 referral bonus on successful placement (terms and qualifying period apply). Should this position not be of interest we have a number of roles around the UK offering great packages, please call the BMS team if you would like to know more information.

Vivid Healthcare are looking for an experienced Band 4 or 5 Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Locum within Histology in Gloucester

Pay: £20- £26 per hour

Position Details: Microtomy experience, minimum 20 blocks per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Gloucester

Duration: Ongoing

Essential: HCPC Registration

Registering with Vivid Healthcare comes with extensive benefits:

Full online and Practical Trainings

First refusals on all locum positions prior to being advertised.

CPD re-reimbursements (Terms and Conditions Apply)

Experienced Consultant (one point of contact)

Online timesheets where you can log in at any time and print your weekly income.

Contactable at any time/nights/weekends

To be successful for this role, you must be a fully qualified BMS with a minimum of 12 months recent experience within a UK based hospital and proven experience within Microbiology.

We offer a £250 referral bonus on successful placement (terms and qualifying period apply). Should this position not be of interest we have a number of roles around the UK offering great packages, please call the BMS team if you would like to know more information.

Vivid Healthcare are looking for an experienced Band 7 Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Locum within Histology in Huddersfield

Pay: £30- £35 per hour

Position Details: Microtomy experience, minimum 20 blocks per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Huddersfield

Duration: Ongoing

Essential: HCPC Registration

Registering with Vivid Healthcare comes with extensive benefits:

Full online and Practical Trainings

First refusals on all locum positions prior to being advertised.

CPD re-reimbursements (Terms and Conditions Apply)

Experienced Consultant (one point of contact)

Online timesheets where you can log in at any time and print your weekly income.

Contactable at any time/nights/weekends

To be successful for this role, you must be a fully qualified BMS with a minimum of 12 months recent experience within a UK based hospital and proven experience within Microbiology.

We offer a £250 referral bonus on successful placement (terms and qualifying period apply). Should this position not be of interest we have a number of roles around the UK offering great packages, please call the BMS team if you would like to know more information.

Vivid Healthcare are looking for an experienced Band 5 or 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Locum within Histology in Coventry

Pay: £20- £26 per hour

Position Details: Microtomy experience, minimum 20 blocks per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Coventry

Duration: Ongoing

Essential: HCPC Registration

Registering with Vivid Healthcare comes with extensive benefits:

Full online and Practical Trainings

First refusals on all locum positions prior to being advertised.

CPD re-reimbursements (Terms and Conditions Apply)

Experienced Consultant (one point of contact)

Online timesheets where you can log in at any time and print your weekly income.

Contactable at any time/nights/weekends

To be successful for this role, you must be a fully qualified BMS with a minimum of 12 months recent experience within a UK based hospital and proven experience within Microbiology.

We offer a £250 referral bonus on successful placement (terms and qualifying period apply). Should this position not be of interest we have a number of roles around the UK offering great packages, please call the BMS team if you would like to know more information.

Vivid Healthcare are looking for an experienced Band 5 Specialist Biomedical Scientist (BMS) Locum within Histology in Chelmsford

Pay: £20.00 to £25.00

Position Details: Microtomy experience, minimum 20 blocks per hour

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Chelmsford

Duration: Ongoing

Essential: HCPC Registration

Registering with Vivid Healthcare comes with extensive benefits:

Full online and Practical Trainings

First refusals on all locum positions prior to being advertised.

CPD re-reimbursements (Terms and Conditions Apply)

Experienced Consultant (one point of contact)

Online timesheets where you can log in at any time and print your weekly income.

Contactable at any time/nights/weekends

To be successful for this role, you must be a fully qualified BMS with a minimum of 12 months recent experience within a UK based hospital and proven experience within Microbiology.

We offer a £250 referral bonus on successful placement (terms and qualifying period apply). Should this position not be of interest we have a number of roles around the UK offering great packages, please call the BMS team if you would like to know more information.