Job summary Senior Biomedical Scientist and Quality Lead | Pathology | Private Hospital | Full Time 37.5 hours per week, Permanent | Solihull Spire Parkway Hospital have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Biomedical Scientist and Quality lead to join our Pathology department. Spire Parkway Hospital in Solihull, West Midlands offers a comprehensive range of private hospital services. Our hospital is rated Good by the CQC for all parts of the inspection except for Patient Care, which is rated Outstanding. The report states, Staff treated patients with compassion and kindness, respected their privacy and dignity, took account of their individual needs, and helped them understand their conditions. They provided emotional support to patients, families and carers.Our dedicated hospital team are passionate about excellent patient care and we offer a range of specialist treatments to patients across Birmingham, Warwickshire and the West Midlands. This includes diagnostic services, rehabilitation, cutting-edge surgical procedures and excellence in specialist fields like orthopaedics, womens health and cancer care. We have 51 bedrooms and five operating theatres. Main duties of the job Duties and responsibilities: To assist in the organisation, management and development of services within a specialised area of the pathology service, or across a range of services provided by the laboratory at Hub Hospital and support the provision of pathology services for spoke site Hospitals To liaise with the Laboratory Consultant and the Pathology Manager, to ensure the provision of the high quality service in an efficient and cost effective manner. Take a lead role in the local implementation of the pathology quality management system, in accordance with UKAS requirements and corporate recommendations. To liaise with the National Pathology Quality Management Team in relation to local hub and spoke laboratory Quality Managment systems and accreditation status Participate in the pathology services multi-disciplinary on-call service after appropriate training and competence assessment. Maintain a safe working environment for self, colleagues, patients and others. Monitor work areas and practices ensuring they are free from hazards and conform to health and safety legislation. Work with the Quality Manager and other Quality Leads across Pathology to ensure compliance and maintenance of all aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS). Works flexibly in reflection of service needs which may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of an on-call service About us At Spire Healthcare, caring is our passion. We have been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 25 years. We're committed to looking after people, both patients and staff. We deliver high standards of care to our insured, self-pay and NHS patients across 39 hospitals and 33 clinics, medical centres and consulting rooms. Our successful business is led by an experienced and stable senior management team, we provide the highest quality of care through the latest medical technology, new facilities, and a focus on inspiring leadership and employee development. We have achieved our market leading position because of our Purpose, which is to 'make a positive difference to people's lives through outstanding personalised care'. Everyone at Spire is aligned to this purpose, which underpins a culture of respect, inclusion, passion and collaboration across our business, enabling us to achieve more than 98% of our hospitals being rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by the Regulators; these are sector leading standards. Date posted 17 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 22664 Job locations 1 Damson Pkwy, Solihull B91 2PP Birmingham, West Midlands B91 2PP Job description Job responsibilities Who we're looking for: HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist Degree qualified, HNC Medical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent which would allow individual to be eligible for Associate Membership of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences. Quality Management Qualification Relevant NHS or Private Hospital experience Work within a laboratory setting with frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions. Working within a performance driven culture while maintaining safe standards. Willing to travel on company business and to share expertise between hospital locations. Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Shift Pattern : Monday - Friday: (07:30-20:00pm), Weekends & Bank Holidays (09:00-17:00pm) Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers Free Bupa wellness screening Private medical insurance Life assurance We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications Job description Job responsibilities Who we're looking for: HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist Degree qualified, HNC Medical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent which would allow individual to be eligible for Associate Membership of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences. Quality Management Qualification Relevant NHS or Private Hospital experience Work within a laboratory setting with frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions. Working within a performance driven culture while maintaining safe standards. Willing to travel on company business and to share expertise between hospital locations. Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Shift Pattern : Monday - Friday: (07:30-20:00pm), Weekends & Bank Holidays (09:00-17:00pm) Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers Free Bupa wellness screening Private medical insurance Life assurance We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care. For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications Person Specification Qualifications Essential PLEASE SEE ABOVE Desirable PLEASE SEE ABOVE Experience Essential PLEASE SEE ABOVE Desirable PLEASE SEE ABOVE Person Specification Qualifications Essential PLEASE SEE ABOVE Desirable PLEASE SEE ABOVE Experience Essential PLEASE SEE ABOVE Desirable PLEASE SEE ABOVE Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Spire Healthcare Ltd Address 1 Damson Pkwy, Solihull B91 2PP Birmingham, West Midlands B91 2PP Employer's website https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)