Advanced Biomedical Scientist

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic HCPC state registered Advanced Biomedical Scientist to join our Blood Transfusion Department. B6 candidates with suitable experience and working towards a postgraduate qualification (FIBMS, MSc) will be considered and if successful will be appointed on an Annex U training post.

With a passion for Blood Transfusion you will be an experienced Biomedical Scientist who will join our team at an exciting time of change and modernisation. We are implementing exciting developments in how we deliver our patient care and you will play an essential role in shaping the future of our transfusion service.

There will be a requirement to work at any of the 3 University Hospitals of Leicester sites over a 24/7 period.

The Blood Transfusion department has an active CPD scheme and encourages life-long learning with emphasis on strong, personal and professional development.

Candidates are encouraged to ensure they meet the essential criteria before applying., Working under the leadership of a Deputy Service Manager, the Advanced Biomedical Scientist role is critical to the successful operations of the service.

As an Advanced Biomedical Scientist, you will be required to apply and disseminate your highly specialist Blood Transfusion knowledge and practical experience, ensuring the smooth day to day running of the department.

You will be expected to assist in the delivery of a quality service by working closely with the Quality Management Team and contribute to the on-going development of the department with the Deputy Service Manager.

The post holder will be expected to assist with the management of a team and to provide expert scientific, technical and clinical knowledge to aid diagnostic interpretation of Blood Transfusion tests.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,


• being a great place to work,


• partnerships for impact, and


• research and education excellence


And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,


• we are proud,


• we are inclusive, and


• we are one team


This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.