Specialist Biomedical Scientist | North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 29 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 January 2026 |
| Location: | Stockton on, TS19 8PE |
| Company: | North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7636462/345-CSU77636462 |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Specialist Biomedical Scientist/ Biomedical Scientist to join our friendly Histology team for 22.5 hours per week ( 0.6WTE )
The Pathology departments at University Hospitals North Tees and Hartlepool (NTH) and South Tees Hospitals (STH) are working collaboratively to develop a joint service called Tees Valley Pathology (TVP) with services being delivered on all hospital sites.
We are seeking applications from suitably qualified, enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with appropriate experience, knowledge and skills to join our scientific team and participate in the delivery of services provided by Cellular Pathology department as part of the TVP service operating out of University Hospital North Tees and Hartlepool Hospital. The James Cook University Hospital, and the Friarage Hospital.
Candidates for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) roles should be HCPC state registered and hold an IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Histopathology.
Depending on the level of qualifications and degree of experience from applications for the Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Band 6) posts, consideration will also be given to applicants who are newly qualified HCPC candidates and who may be working towards these qualifications and thus be applicable for employment at Registered Biomedical Scientist (Band 5) level.
Please note - This vacancy may close should sufficient applications be reached
Under direction of the Pathology Management Team and Senior Biomedical Scientists in Cellular Pathology the post holder will be required to perform the routine day to day operations within the Cellular Pathology department, rotating between all sections within the specialty following approved methodologies and procedures.
To assist in the training and development of Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Medical Laboratory Assistants and other staff grades according to departmental policy. It is expected that the post holder will work autonomously without direct supervision.
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust now form University Hospitals Tees and as such you may be required to work at any site across both Trusts.
At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, we want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience.
We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development.
We support the 'Making Every Contact Count'approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.
Detailed Job description available in documents section .
Main duties include :
Participate in allocated work rota's, carrying out laboratory techniques in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
Perform maintenance procedures on highly complex equipment requiring high levels of concentration and record all procedures undertaken
Prioritise own work so that timely and accurate results are produced in order to achieve a high standard of diagnostic work which will contribute to optimal patient care
Monitor quality control to ensure accurate results, taking appropriate remedial action and bringing to the attention of senior staff
Participate in the critical evaluation of new equipment / procedures and investigate poorly performing laboratory methods reporting findings to the line manager
To perform good stock control ensuring resources are used efficiently and order new stock in accordance with Trust Standing Financial Orders.
To maintain an up to date knowledge base of methods in use within Histology and to be aware of scientific and technological advances within Histology.
Ensure all records, evaluations and data are recorded and maintained in compliance with standards set by accreditation providers
Process category A patient tissue samples and record associated clinical details as delegated by the consultant Histopathologist
This advert closes on Sunday 4 Jan 2026