Band 6 - Locum Haematology/Blood Transfusion Biomedical Scientist - Redhill

Job Title: Locum Haematology/Blood Transfusion Biomedical Scientist Location: Redhill, Surrey Banding: Band 6 Start Date: 19 May 2025 Duration: 4 months Rate: £26 - £28 per hour Working Hours: Monday to Friday – 24/7 shift (flexible) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced Band 6 Locum Biomedical Scientist to join our client’s Haematology and Blood Transfusion team at a reputable NHS Trust in Redhill. This role is ideal for a motivated professional who is confident working in a fast-paced laboratory environment, delivering high-quality diagnostic services that directly impact patient care. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the smooth running of the department, ensuring compliance with UKAS standards and Trust protocols. What will your responsibilities be: The role involves performing a wide range of diagnostic tests within Haematology and Blood Transfusion, including cross-matching and serology. The Biomedical Scientist will be responsible for operating and maintaining key laboratory equipment such as Alinity HQ, Alinity HS, ACL TOP 550, Neo Iris, and using the WinPath Laboratory Information Management System. Duties include analysing patient samples, validating results, participating in quality control procedures, and supporting junior staff. The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team is essential, as is the flexibility to work shifts if required. Qualifications and Experiences: • HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist • Minimum of 2 years’ post-registration experience in Haematology and Blood Transfusion • Proven competence in cross-matching and serological techniques • Proficient in using Alinity HQ, Alinity HS, ACL TOP 550, Neo Iris, and WinPath • Experience working in a UKAS-accredited laboratory • Strong understanding of quality assurance and laboratory safety procedures • Excellent communication and organisational skills • Ability to work shifts if required How to apply? If you feel your expertise is suited to this role, please apply today and our specialist team will be in touch to discuss it with you in more detail. Why work with Pulse? From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else. We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource. Reasonable Adjustments: If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard Lis t.