Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Job Summary

The Welsh Blood Service invites applications for an HCPC‑registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to work in the Red Cell Immunohaematology Laboratory. The successful candidate will have completed or be working toward a specialist qualification (IBMS Specialist Diploma in Transfusion Science & GMP or BBTS Specialist Certificate).

The role is based in the Red Cell Immunohaematology department and involves working as part of a team to ensure the safe management of serological patient testing throughout Wales.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct serological investigations for hospital and antenatal patients nationwide નથી
• Manage antenatal patient testing
• Participate in a 24/7 on‑call rota
• Support the safe delivery of laboratory services

Velindre University NHS Trust is proud of its specialist services, including the Velindre Cancer Centre and the Welsh Blood Service, and its partnership with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.

• BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or other IBMS‑approved honours degree for HCPC registration
• Registered with HCPC

• Laboratory‑based or GMP experience
• Problem‑solving skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently
• Good organisational skills
• Effective written and oral communication
• Computer literate

All applicants will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Applicants needing a Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship are welcome; information púnit domains available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for guidance.

Welsh Blood Service
Ely Valley Road
Pontyclun
CF72 9WB

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