Biomedical Scientist - Haematology & Transfusion - INTERNAL
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health BoardWrexham, Wales, United Kingdom
Added 13 Oct · still live
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Salary
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£45,900
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2113 (98% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £45,900, and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT TO 08/08/2027 DUE TO MATERNITY COVER
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST
An opportunity for experienced Band 6 BMS to support the 24/7 Haematology & Transfusion service.
Main duties of the job
As a Biomedical Scientist the post holder will be expected to work within the professional standards expected as a registrant of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and maintain a portfolio of evidence supporting Continuing Professional development (CPD).
Duties as a Biomedical Scientist will include performing a range of scientific procedures involving the processing of biomedical specimens to contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and investigation of pathological processes.
The post holder will be required to conform to agreed standard operational procedures, policies and good laboratory practice and also within their work duties, comply with the standards as required of UKAS and other relevant professional and Legislative Bodies (e.g. H.T.A., B.S.Q.R.).
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT TO 08/08/2027 DUE TO MATERNITY COVER
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST
An opportunity for experienced Band 6 BMS to support the 24/7 Haematology & Transfusion service.
Main duties of the job
As a Biomedical Scientist the post holder will be expected to work within the professional standards expected as a registrant of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and maintain a portfolio of evidence supporting Continuing Professional development (CPD).
Duties as a Biomedical Scientist will include performing a range of scientific procedures involving the processing of biomedical specimens to contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and investigation of pathological processes.
The post holder will be required to conform to agreed standard operational procedures, policies and good laboratory practice and also within their work duties, comply with the standards as required of UKAS and other relevant professional and Legislative Bodies (e.g. H.T.A., B.S.Q.R.).
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Skills
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Person specification
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to supervise others
- Ability to pick up techniques quickly following a training programme
- Computer literate
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good organisation skills
Essential criteria
- BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
- HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
- Specialist Portfolio BMS relevant to the service/s being covered - or equivalent
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Essential criteria
- Experience of automated and manual laboratory investigations and procedures in Haematology & Transfusion
- Experience of shift working out of hours
- General familiarity with common computer software (Microsoft office)
- Experience of leading a team
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Biochemists and biomedical scientists (SOC 2113) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~45k in sampleSOC 2113
- Middle half £37,232–55,432
- Median £45,968
- Going rate £45,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–41,300
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Not necessarily. Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2113 going rate of £45,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.