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Locum BMS in Blood Transfusion - Leeds

Pulse HealthcareLondon🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 19 Oct 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
London, United Kingdom
Posted
10 hours ago
Compliance

Job Description

Locum Blood Transfusion Biomedical Scientist

Banding: Band 6
Location: Leeds
Rate: £23–£27 per hour, with additional shift uplifts
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Working pattern: Long days, 3 days on / 3 days off, with rotating night shifts
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Blood Transfusion Biomedical Scientist to join a well-established NHS laboratory in Leeds.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a newly built, cutting-edge blood sciences laboratory, providing Blood Transfusion services in a modern NHS laboratory environment. The role offers an ongoing assignment with a long-day rotational shift pattern and additional uplifts for applicable shifts.

What will your responsibilities be?

  • Perform routine and specialist Blood Transfusion testing in line with departmental SOPs.
  • Undertake group and screen testing, antibody investigations and crossmatching where required.
  • Carry out quality control, result validation and troubleshooting.
  • Support safe and effective transfusion practice.
  • Maintain compliance with UKAS accreditation, ISO 15189 standards and local laboratory policies.
  • Work confidently and independently across long-day and night shifts.
  • Collaborate with biomedical, clinical and support colleagues to deliver an efficient diagnostic service.

Qualifications and Experience

  • HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
  • BSc Biomedical Science or equivalent recognised qualification.
  • Relevant post-registration experience in Blood Transfusion.
  • Experience working within a busy diagnostic laboratory.
  • Knowledge of transfusion quality requirements.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a wider laboratory team.

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the right placement.
With 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 what matters to you.
You are an individual and a professional, not just a resource.

How to apply?

If you feel your Blood Transfusion 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.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know. We are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your application and placement.

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