Qualified Biomedical Scientist

Job summaryThe South of Tyne Pathology Service is an established consolidated network with laboratories across three sites, servicing both Gateshead and South Tyneside/Sunderland trusts.An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Biochemistry department for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist position to work across the three hospital sites. Please ensure you detail how you meet the personal specification in your application. Applicants with an accredited biomedical sciences degree but not registered with the HCPC may be considered if they meet the other criteria specified in the personal specification.Our forward thinking and innovative department has state of the art equipment and technology and a fantastic training ethos to encourage development of staff to reach their full potential.Main duties of the jobThe clinical laboratory team provides a High Quality Specialist Diagnostic Service to improve the Health Care of the people of South of Tyne and Wear.As part of the team the post holder will be expected to further develop knowledge and skills in a range of specialist diagnostic techniques within the Biochemistry department.Successful candidates will have:An innovative, forward looking approachExcellent interpersonal / communication skillsEnthusiasm to learn and develop technical knowledgeAbility to adapt in a dynamic environmentThe posts will be on Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust terms and conditions of employment.Full participation in the relevant Department's extended working day, rotation across all three laboratory sites and the out of hours service is a mandatory requirement of all posts following suitable training.About usBased in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.DetailsDate posted07 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salary
Depending on experience
Dependent on qualifications and experience
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference number Job locationsQueen Elizabeth HospitalQueen Elizabeth AvenueGatesheadNE9 6SXUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesA detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Applications will be considered from trainee level to specialist, please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesA detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job specification for each grade. Applications will be considered from trainee level to specialist, please ensure you detail within your job application how you meet the applicable personal specification.Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialIBMS Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalentHCPC RegistrationDesirableMSc in Biomedical Sciences
Experience
EssentialPrevious NHS Laboratory ExperienceDesirableExperience of highly specialised laboratory techniquesExperience in NHS Biochemistry Laboratory
Person Specification

Qualifications
EssentialIBMS Accredited BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalentHCPC RegistrationDesirableMSc in Biomedical Sciences
Experience
EssentialPrevious NHS Laboratory ExperienceDesirableExperience of highly specialised laboratory techniquesExperience in NHS Biochemistry LaboratoryDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameGateshead Health NHS Foundation TrustAddressQueen Elizabeth HospitalQueen Elizabeth AvenueGatesheadNE9 6SXUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameGateshead Health NHS Foundation TrustAddressQueen Elizabeth HospitalQueen Elizabeth AvenueGatesheadNE9 6SXUnited KingdomEmployer's website