Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Spire Healthcare
Manchester, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
Posted
7 Apr 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Specialist Biomedical Scientist | Private Hospital | Full-time, Permanent | Manchester

Spire Manchester Hospital are looking for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our dynamic team

Job Purpose

To assist in the organisation, management and development of services within a specialised area of the pathology service, or across a range of services provided by the laboratory.

To liaise with the Laboratory Consultant and the Pathology Manager, to ensure the provision of the high-quality service in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

Overall Responsibilities

- Develop practice including investigation and reporting, within your areas of specialist expertise.

- Analyse, interpret and report information and knowledge related to ideas and concepts.

- Develop and evaluate the movement of laboratory specimens and blood.

- Assist with research and development.

- Develop practice in the application of technology for measuring and monitoring pathology investigations, within your specialist area of expertise..

- Provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information.

- Develop own knowledge and skills and that of others.

- Promotes best practice in health and safety and security.

- Assist in maintaining and developing services.

- Contribute to quality improvement.

- Support and enable equality, diversity and rights.

- Acknowledge the risk of Healthcare Associated Infections (HCAI) and understand own responsibility as agreed with line manager in the prevention and control of HCAI.

Qualifications and Training

- Degree qualified, HNC Medical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent which would allow individual to be eligible for Associate Membership of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences.

- Biomedical Scientist with the Health & Care Professions Council.

Experience

- Working within a performance driven culture while maintaining safe standards.

- Meeting financial and budgetary targets.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:

- 35 days annual leave (pro rata, incl. bank holidays)

- Contributory pension scheme with flexible retirement options

- Private medical insurance & life assurance

- Free DBS, free uniform, and free on‑ site parking

- Access to Spire for You - discounts & cashback across 1,000+ retailers

- Professional development & clear career progression pathways

- A supportive, collaborative culture where you are truly valued

Our Values:

At Spire Healthcare, our people are our difference. Their dedication, compassion, and pursuit of excellence shape the outstanding patient experience we're known for.

We are committed to:

- Driving clinical excellence

- Doing the right thing

- Caring as our passion

- Keeping it simple

- Delivering on promises

- Succeeding and celebrating together

We commit to our employee's well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.

Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy without further notice, so please submit your application as soon as possible

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