Locum Band 6 Biomedical Scientist - Biochemistry
Banding: Band 6
Location: Wiltshire
Rate: £25 - £27 per hour (Umbrella equivalent)
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Core Hours Only
Location: Wiltshire
Rate: £25 - £27 per hour (Umbrella equivalent)
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, Core Hours Only
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated Band 6 Biomedical Scientist to join a well-established laboratory. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Biochemistry professional seeking a long-term locum position within a supportive and fast-paced environment, helping to deliver a high-quality diagnostic service.
What will your responsibilities be:
• Perform routine and specialist Biochemistry testing in accordance with laboratory procedures and quality standards
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot automated laboratory analysers
• Validate and authorise laboratory results within the scope of competency and departmental protocols
• Ensure compliance with UKAS, ISO 15189, and laboratory quality management systems
• Participate in internal quality control and external quality assurance programmes
• Assist in the training and support of junior laboratory staff where appropriate
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and the continuous development of laboratory processes
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with departmental and regulatory requirements
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot automated laboratory analysers
• Validate and authorise laboratory results within the scope of competency and departmental protocols
• Ensure compliance with UKAS, ISO 15189, and laboratory quality management systems
• Participate in internal quality control and external quality assurance programmes
• Assist in the training and support of junior laboratory staff where appropriate
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives and the continuous development of laboratory processes
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with departmental and regulatory requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist is essential
• Proven experience working within a UK Biochemistry laboratory
• Strong knowledge of Biochemistry workflows, instrumentation, and analyser platforms
• Experience working to UKAS and ISO 15189 standards
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Previous NHS laboratory experience is highly desirable
• Proven experience working within a UK Biochemistry laboratory
• Strong knowledge of Biochemistry workflows, instrumentation, and analyser platforms
• Experience working to UKAS and ISO 15189 standards
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Previous NHS laboratory experience is highly desirable
Why work with Pulse?
From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.
• Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the right placement.
• With preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.
• We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to what matters to you.
• You are an individual and a professional, not just a resource.
• With preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.
• We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to what matters to you.
• You are an individual and a professional, not just a resource.
How to apply?
If you feel your expertise is suited to this role, please apply today and our specialist team will be in touch to discuss it with you in more detail.
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