NUFFIELD HEALTH PARKSIDE HOSPITAL WIMBLEDON | PERMANENT | FULL TIME 37.5 HOURS

Are you a passionate and experienced Biomedical Scientist looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in leadership roles and have a keen eye for quality improvement in diagnostics?
Join Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital where we are committed to delivering world-class patient care through innovation, excellence, and clinical expertise. We are seeking a dynamic Senior Biomedical Scientist to lead our Pathology Department as both Quality Manager and Deputy Pathology Manager

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual with:

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
• MSc or equivalent desirable
• Significant experience in a senior BMS role, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
• Strong knowledge and understanding of MHRA compliance and ISO 15189 standards.
• Experience with UKAS audits/accreditation
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team in a high-pressure environment
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• A patient-centred approach and commitment to clinical excellenc

As the Deputy Manager and Quality Manager you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of pathology services. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, and the Pathology Manager to oversee the operational and strategic direction of the laboratory, ensuring compliance with UKAS standards, clinical governance, and continuous quality improvement.

You will:

• Deputise for the Pathology Manager and help to lead and manage the pathology department, ensuring excellent diagnostic services
• Oversee and develop the department’s Quality Management System (QMS) to meet ISO 15189 standards
• Act as the designated Quality Lead for UKAS accreditation processes
• Support and mentor a team of Biomedical Scientists and laboratory staff
• Drive innovation, service development, and implementation of best practices
• Liaise with clinical teams to ensure laboratory services meet patient needs
• Manage resources, budgets, and service-level performance reporting

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual with:

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
• MSc or equivalent desirable
• Significant experience in a senior BMS role, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
• Strong knowledge and understanding of MHRA compliance and ISO 15189 standards.
• Experience with UKAS audits/accreditation
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team in a high-pressure environment
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• A patient-centred approach and commitment to clinical excellence