Job description
Biomedical Scientist (Band 5/6)
Epsom / Surrey | Competitive Salary | Day Shifts |
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Biomedical Scientist (Band 5/6) to join their laboratory team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist to contribute to the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services and support excellent patient care.
As part of the laboratory team, you will be responsible for performing a range of analytical tests and investigations on patient samples. You will ensure accurate and timely results that directly support clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
Key Duties
• Perform analytical testing, validation and processing of patient samples.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Process urgent, routine and specialist investigations within agreed turnaround times.
• Review and authorise results in line with SOPs, competency requirements and quality standards.
• Participate in Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Assessment (EQA) programmes.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 15189, UKAS and laboratory quality standards.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and full sample traceability.
• Collaborate effectively with clinicians, nurses and multidisciplinary teams to support patient care.
Requirements
• Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Analyser installation/validation experience with Beckman Coulter DXI9000 or equivalent.
• HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
• IBMS-accredited degree.
• Experience working within a clinical pathology or diagnostic laboratory.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing processes and quality standards.
• Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
• Understanding of laboratory quality management systems and accreditation requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Good IT and data management capabilities.
What We Offer
• Monday to Friday day shift working pattern.
• Opportunity to work within a regulated clinical laboratory environment.
• Opportunity to support high-quality diagnostic services and patient care.
• Collaborative working environment with multidisciplinary teams.
• Opportunity to develop your career within a professional laboratory setting.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.