About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Multidisciplinary Biomedical Scientist to join our friendly and supportive team, following the promotion of a valued colleague. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a well-established role with excellent scope for development.
Based in the heart of Blackheath Village, our laboratory provides onsite services across Biochemistry, Haematology, and Blood Transfusion. This multidisciplinary setup offers a unique and rewarding environment, giving you the opportunity to develop a broad skillset while seeing how the different disciplines work together to support high-quality patient care.
The role involves working across all three sections, with full training provided where needed. Whether you already have experience in multiple areas or are looking to expand your knowledge, we are committed to supporting your development and helping you gain competence across each discipline.
Main duties of the job
What Makes This Role Stand Out
True multidisciplinary experience build and apply skills across Biochemistry, Haematology, and Blood Transfusion
Comprehensive training and development structured support in areas where you need experience
Support for further qualifications including opportunities to complete IBMS specialist portfolios and ongoing CPD
Career progression opportunities we actively encourage development beyond the core role to support future promotion
Varied and engaging workload experience how laboratory disciplines integrate in day-to-day practice
Collaborative, patient-focused culture work within a team that prioritises quality, safety, and mutual support
Excellent location based in Blackheath Village, just a short walk from the station with great local amenities
Working Pattern
This role includes a shift-based working pattern, contributing to essential service delivery while offering variety in your working week.
We operate the following shift pattern:
Routine shift: 9 am to 5.15 pm
Lates: 12:45 pm to 9 pm (6-8 sessions per month)
Nights: 8.15 pm to 8.30 am (0-4 sessions per month)
Weekend Day shifts 9am till 5pm
Weekend Night shifts 5pm till 9:15am the following day
Weekend shifts are generally two per month and could be either nights or days.
To apply, you need to be fully prepared to work the above shift pattern or to work and
not be limited with work restrictions i.e. to work a typical 40 hour week)
About us
At TDL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including
Training and development opportunities supporting professional development
Annual salary review
Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms
Cash healthcare plan cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians
Sick Pay Entitlement one months full pay and one months half pay after probation
Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover
Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness six months qualifying period
Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing
Season Ticket Loan Scheme interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket
Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts
Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with service
Competitive annual leave allowance 29 days
Flexible working hours we support and offer flexibility around shift patterns and working schedule
Please read the job description and person specification carefully and ensure that your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
We respect and value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from diverse communities.
PLEASE NOTE: WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS VACANCY AT ANY TIME EVEN IF A CLOSING DATE IS SHOWN HERE OR IN ANY OTHER MEDIA
Job description Job responsibilities
Overall Job Purpose: To help in the smooth and efficient running of a section within the Department of Haematology and Chemistry and Blood transfusion (if trained) to ensure safe, rapid, timely and accurate reporting of results. The post holder will be required to work within any section of the department including core and unsocial hours as required. Main Duties: To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties: 1. Participate in all areas of laboratory bench work, whilst adhering to standard operating procedures and participating in their regular review and update. 2. Multidisciplinary working as required 3. Techniques and testing that include Haematology, Chemistry and Blood transfusion sections 4. Communicate patients’ results and answer enquiries from health care professionals providing information regarding appropriate investigations required and explanation of results, within departmental guidelines and professional code of conduct. 5. Interpret clinical information and use scientific knowledge to process specimens for appropriate tests, seeking advice from senior staff and clinicians when necessary. 6. Undertake specimen preparation and analysis for a range of sample types. 7. Operate and maintain analytical equipment in the department. 8. Evaluate and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures. 9. Interpret complex scientific data and enter test results on pathology computer system. 10. Check reports for further action by clinical staff. 11. Authorise reports as delegated within departmental policy. 12. Replace stocks of consumables and reagents when required and inform the Section Leader if back-up stocks are low. 13. To assist when required in the preparation of documentation for UKAS (ISO) accreditation. 14. Able to solve complex problems within work area, but advise both clinicians and senior staff of any clinical and managerial issues Training and Education 1. Multidisciplinary Training as required 2. To maintain own personal development and attend departmental meetings as required. 3. To maintain registration with the HCPC, including a personal development portfolio as proof of competence to practice. 4. To take an active interest in and keep abreast of developments in the discipline. 5. To further develop junior colleagues by assisting in the training of SpR’s, trainee HCS and MLA staff, and to undertake, complete, and sign off all competencies associated with these grades.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Theoretical and practical knowledge in discipline of pathology relevant to role. Previous experience in a relevant laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline
Personal Qualities Essential
Able to communicate effectively with people at all levels Well presented and will abide by dress codes Demonstrate professionalism and a customer-focused attitude Calm under pressure Punctual and reliable Helpful, friendly and polite Flexible and adaptable Committed to the corporate quality objectives Commercially aware
Skills and Abilities Essential
Good organisational skills. Work accurately, neatly and efficiently. Attention to detail is very important. Work as part of a team. Keyboard skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Work on own initiative Communicate efficiently with other members of the laboratory in English - both verbally and in writing. Use of laboratory equipment relevant to the specialty Demonstrate experience of working to a laboratory Quality Management System.
Qualifications Essential
Registration with HCPC as Biomedical Scientist IBMS Accredited BSc (hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent Participation in a relevant CPD Scheme e.g. IBMS
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This 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 Sponsorship Applications 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 details Employer name The Doctors Laboratory
Address Blackheath Hospital
Lee Terrace
London
SE3 9UD
Employer's website https://www.tdlpathology.com/ (Opens in a new tab)