Biomedical Scientist

Biomedical Scientist (Band 5/6) | HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist | Clinical Chemistry | Medical Laboratory Scientist

Epsom, Surrey | Competitive Salary | Monday to Friday | Day Shifts | Full-Time

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Biomedical Scientist (Band 5/6) to join their laboratory team in Epsom, Surrey.

This is an excellent opportunity for a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist, Clinical Chemistry Biomedical Scientist, or Medical Laboratory Scientist to work within a modern diagnostic laboratory, supporting the delivery of high-quality pathology services and outstanding patient care.

Working within a multidisciplinary laboratory team, you will perform a wide range of Clinical Chemistry investigations, ensuring accurate and timely diagnostic results that directly support clinical decision-making and positive patient outcomes.

Key Duties

• Perform analytical testing, validation and processing of patient samples within a Clinical Chemistry laboratory.

• Operate, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory analysers and diagnostic equipment.

• Process urgent, routine and specialist pathology investigations within agreed turnaround times.

• Review, verify and authorise laboratory results in accordance with SOPs, competency requirements and laboratory quality standards.

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

• Support analyser installation, validation and verification activities where required.

• Maintain compliance with ISO 15189, UKAS accreditation standards and laboratory quality management systems.

• Ensure accurate documentation, record keeping and full sample traceability using the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

• Work collaboratively with clinicians, consultants, nurses and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support high-quality patient care.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory.

Requirements

• Degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent recognised qualification.

• HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist (essential).

• IBMS-accredited degree.

• Previous experience working as a Biomedical Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Clinical Chemistry Biomedical Scientist.

• Experience working within an NHS, private healthcare, pathology or diagnostic laboratory.

• Experience with analyser installation, validation and verification.

• Experience using Beckman Coulter DXI9000 analysers or equivalent automated laboratory platforms.

• Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).

• Strong understanding of ISO 15189, UKAS, laboratory quality management systems, IQC and EQA processes.

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy laboratory environment.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Good IT and data management skills.

What We Offer

• Monday to Friday day shifts.

• Competitive salary.

• Opportunity to work within a modern, regulated diagnostic laboratory.

• Exposure to advanced Clinical Chemistry analysers and laboratory technologies.

• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment.

• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.

• Opportunity to contribute to high-quality diagnostic services and improved patient outcomes.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Biomedical Scientist (Band 5 or Band 6), HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist, Clinical Chemistry Biomedical Scientist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Pathology Biomedical Scientist looking for your next opportunity in Epsom, Surrey, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

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