Job summary
- Main area
- Pathology
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 290-NWLP-329
- Employer
- North West London Pathology
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Charing Cross Hospital
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £46,419 - £55,046 pa inclusive
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 12/09/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Biomedical Scientist Nightworker
Band 6
North West London Pathology (NWLP) is an NHS pathology partnership joint venture between Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea & Westminster NHS Foundation Trust and The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. NWLP is modelled as a shared services organisation jointly owned by the three Trusts. The organisation is hosted by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and as the legal entity for NWLP our staff are employed by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
NWLP is based on a ‘hub and spoke’ structure; the majority of routine, specialist and non-urgent activity is centralised at our hub site at Charing Cross Hospital. Urgent tests required for immediate patient management and treatment are performed in 24/7 Essential Service Laboratories based on-site within the seven hospital sites in the group.
The partnership has created an innovative and sustainable service that delivers outstanding quality to users and patients alike. This innovative approach allows the service to better manage demand, standardise operations, improve value for money and make use of state-of-the-art technology.
Our values are to be patient-focused, collaborative, expert and caring.
Job overview
Unlock the next step in your career with a pivotal role in Haematology and Blood Transfusion at Charing Cross Hospital. We are seeking an experienced and driven Biomedical Scientist to join our dedicated night team, in a position where your expertise, independence and clinical impact will be vital. This is an exceptional opportunity for ambitious Band 6 aspirants or for those ready to expand their experience within a highly skilled, 24/7 Blood Sciences service.
We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record of working within a busy, fully accredited Blood Sciences laboratory and who is able to remain calm, efficient and decisive on shift. You should bring substantial competence in both Haematology and Blood Transfusion, with the ability to work confidently and autonomously through complex transfusion investigations using modern laboratory systems and methods. Strong morphology skills are essential, with the expertise to independently review, interpret and report on abnormal blood films and peripheral blood parasitology to the highest standard.
Please note that for this role, we will be providing an extra £4,000 Recruitment and Retention Premium in addition to your base salary (subject to and conditions being met).
Main duties of the job
- To be an efficient flexible member of the Blood Sciences laboratory providing a high quality service to Imperial College Healthcare Trust.
- To maintain the required levels of laboratory safety and good laboratory practice, as specified in local and national guidelines.
- To work with biomedical scientists and clinical scientists in the provision of a comprehensive and effective Blood Sciences service for the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, as directed by the Head of the Department.
To participate in the efficient handling, processing and analysis of samples in the laboratory, under supervision. - To maintain effective records of all activities and procedures, and to contribute towards the maintenance of the laboratory's quality system.
- To check, keep clean and maintain laboratory equipment.
- To carry out supervised laboratory procedures in all sections of the laboratory, as directed by the Head of the Unit and senior scientific staff.
- To undergo appropriate teaching and training as directed and as necessary in order to maintain HPC registration and to maintain suitable records of all training activities undertaken.
Working for our organisation
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2024/25, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
- Monday 4 August 2025
- Monday 1 September 2025
- Monday 6 October 2025
- Monday 3 November 2025
- Monday 1 December 2025
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person specification
EDUCATION
Essential criteria
- 2nd class honours degree or equivalent in a biological science which is acceptable by Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
- HCPC Registration
- Hold the IBMS Specialist Diploma or equivalent in relevant discipline
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential criteria
- Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work.
- Ability to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks
- Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software
- Quick to learn and comprehend
EXPERIENCE
Essential criteria
- A good working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Use of Pathology computer systems
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience in a large busy laboratory
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Matthew Kent
- Job title
- Haematology Laboratory Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
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