Locum Biomedical Scientist - Multidisciplinary Blood Sciences - Southampton

The role

A Biomedical Scientist will perform routine and specialist testing across Biochemistry and Haematology services. The role involves operating automated analysers and validating results in a private laboratory.

What you will do

• Perform routine and specialist testing across Biochemistry and Haematology services.
• Operate automated biochemistry analysers and ensure accurate processing and validation of results.
• Perform and authorise Full Blood Count (FBC) testing and routine haematology investigations.
• Undertake coagulation testing and support the delivery of an efficient coagulation service.
• Validate and authorise laboratory results in accordance with departmental protocols and quality standards.
• Perform analyser maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and quality control procedures.
• Participate in internal quality control, external quality assurance, and audit activities.
• Ensure compliance with UKAS, ISO 15189, and health and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with laboratory and clinical teams to deliver an effective diagnostic service.

Required qualifications

• HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist.
• Proven experience working within both Biochemistry and Haematology laboratories.
• Competency in automated biochemistry, FBC, and coagulation testing.
• Experience validating and authorising laboratory results.
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality management systems and accreditation standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload effectively.

Nice to have

• Previous multi-disciplinary laboratory experience is highly desirable.
• Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) would be advantageous.

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