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Advanced BMS – Biochemistry (Night duty)
Laboratories
Clinical
Permanent
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Advanced BMS – Biochemistry (Night duty)
London, HCA Laboratories
Permanent
Full Time, 37.5 per week - 19:00-08:30 Wednesday, Thursday & Friday night
Salary: Competitive + 12% shift enhancement
HCA Laboratories has over 35 years’ experience delivering pathology services across acute care within HCA Hospitals, IVF clinics, insurance providers, health screening programmes, and GP services. We cover all major pathology disciplines including allergy, biochemistry and endocrinology, haematology and blood transfusion, histopathology and cytology, immunology, microbiology and serology—supported by state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation.
About the Role
We are seeking an Advanced Biomedical Scientist to support the delivery of a comprehensive night service in Clinical Biochemistry. You’ll be responsible for the rapid and accurate processing of samples and ensuring high standards of quality and service throughout the night shift.
Please note as part of this role, you will also need to be flexible to work day shifts during your training period (up to 3 months) as and when required. There also may be occasional day shifts for further training that will be mandatory.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively within the night shift team to ensure smooth service delivery.
- Ensure analysers and equipment are functioning correctly.
- Complete internal and external quality control schemes.
- Process samples promptly to meet turnaround times.
- Interpret, technically validate and authorise results.
- Communicate critically abnormal results promptly.
- Manage incomplete lists and ensure no outstanding samples/tests remain.
- Monitor and record results from referral laboratories.
- Provide Advanced BMS support and supervise MLA staff when required.
- Liaise with Specimen Reception and all Blood Sciences sections.
- Use the Laboratory IT systems appropriately and effectively.
- Communicate professionally and courteously with colleagues, clients and service users.
- Provide guidance on sample types when required.
- Manage stock control and rotation where needed.
- Complete efficient handover to the day team.
- Escalate issues encountered on shift when necessary.
- Maintain professional development in line with IBMS and HCPC standards.
Skills & Experience
- HCPC Registered
- MSc preferable
- Extensive Biochemistry experience in a Diagnostic Lab
- Member of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences
- Evidence of continual personal development
- Up to date knowledge of Clinical Biochemistry (preferably Specialist Portfolio)
- Used to multitasking and good at managing high volumes of samples
Why HCA UK?
Founded over 50 years ago, HCA is one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we are among the largest providers of privately funded healthcare, with over £500 million invested in the latest treatments, technologies, and facilities. As part of a large, established healthcare group, we offer unparalleled opportunities for career development and a strong focus on both mental and physical wellbeing. As a Biomedical Scientist at HCA Laboratories, you will receive:
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with the option to buy/sell leave
- Private Healthcare Insurance
- Company pension with increased contributions over time
- Season Ticket Loan & Cycle to Work scheme
- Group Life Assurance from day one
- Critical illness cover
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay
- Corporate discounts across all HCA facilities, including maternity services at The Portland
- A wide range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits
- Discounts with over 800 retailers
Culture & Values
At HCA UK, exceptional care begins with exceptional people. We value the unique perspectives each colleague brings and create an environment where everyone feels seen, heard and supported.
Our mission is simple: we are committed to the care and improvement of human life—for our patients and our colleagues. We live this mission through four core values:
- Unique & Individual: We recognise and value each person.
- Kindness & Compassion: We treat everyone with care and empathy.
- Honesty, Integrity & Fairness: We act with transparency and fairness.
- Loyalty, Respect & Dignity: We support one another as valued members of the HCA family.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are a Disability Confident committed organisation and welcome discussions around flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments throughout both the recruitment process and in the workplace.
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Together we thrive
Choosing HCA UK means joining a community where you're supported to grow, recognised for the difference you make and surrounded by colleagues who share your commitment to care. With advanced facilities, clear career pathways, exceptional benefits and comprehensive wellbeing programmes we're dedicated to caring for you the way you do for others - its how we care.
Together we're united
Our patients come from across the globe and so do our colleagues. It’s this rich blend of cultures and shared purpose that makes HCA UK such a rewarding place to build a career. We’re proud of our inclusive, diverse and compassionate culture, where everyone is respected, supported and empowered to bring their whole self to work. With over 100 nationalities represented and a strong commitment to equity we’re creating a workplace where everyone can feel like they belong.
Learn more about our culture and values and the people who bring them to life.
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