Specialist Biomedical Scientist

MCS Group are working with the Southern Health and Social Care Trust (SHSCT) to recruit a Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) to join their Pathology Laboratory team based at Craigavon Area Hospital.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with a specialist background in Clinical Biochemistry to work within a fast-paced acute laboratory environment supporting high-quality diagnostic services.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret a wide range of routine and specialist diagnostic tests within Clinical Biochemistry.
• Ensure analytical accuracy through quality control procedures and first-line troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Communicate results effectively to clinicians, including within emergency and out-of-hours settings.
• Support the supervision and training of Trainee Biomedical Scientists and Medical Laboratory Assistants.
• Contribute to SOP development, audits, quality assurance and continuous service improvement.
• Participate in shift work, weekends, night duty and on-call rota requirements as required.

Essential Criteria

• HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist.
• Minimum 1 year post-registration experience.
• Completion of Specialist Portfolio in Clinical Biochemistry.
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality standards, including ISO 15189 and GDPR.
• Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport (reasonable adjustments considered where applicable).

Desirable

• Previous experience working independently/out of hours within a laboratory setting.

What's on Offer

• Location: Craigavon
• Pay: £19.78 per hour
• Supportive multidisciplinary working environment.
• Duration: Until 31/07/2026 initially

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided, or contact Sam Boles on 02890 490909

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