A Biomedical Scientist’s primary focus is the biology of human health and disease and ranges from the analysis of biomedical sciences and human biology. It’s underpinned by relevant basic sciences including anatomy and physiology, cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics and molecular biology, immunology, mathematics and statistics.
As a biomedical scientist, you’ll carry out tests on samples, which are taken by doctors and nurses, to diagnose a range of diseases and illnesses.
Search and find biomedical sciences jobs on PulseBiomedical scientists with training and experience of working in various disciplines such as haematology, biochemistry and transfusion can be said to be multidiscipline biomedical scientists.
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Biomedical scientists along with scientists in other related medical disciplines seek out to understand human anatomy, genetics, immunology, physiology and behaviour at all levels. They work in a variety of organisations including hospitals, forensic and medical research institutes, local and central government health authorities and academic institutions.
To practise as a registered biomedical scientist in the UK, you’ll need to have acquired an initial bachelor’s degree (BSc Biomedical Science). The course must be accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), followed by a minimum of 12 months of laboratory training in one of the pathology disciplines.
Trainees are required to complete a certificate of competence training portfolio, which requires gathering extensive amounts of evidence to demonstrate professional competence. At the end of this period, the trainees’ portfolio and overall competence are assessed. If successful, a certificate of competence is awarded, which can be used to apply for registration with the HCPC.
As well as qualifications, you must have certain skills and traits to become a biomedical scientist. These include:
For a biomedical scientist to work at band 5 and above they need to be registered with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Please note that dietitians working in and around London may qualify for Higher Cost Area Supplements (HCAS) rates. You can find HCAS pay scales on NHS Employers.
There are certain benefits that come from working as a locum biomedical scientist compared to a full-time role. These include:
As a locum biomedical scientist, you’re paid an hourly rate which varies from contract to contract. Here are some estimates for different bands:
Pay rates for locum biomedical scientists are subject to locations, as certain locations offer higher pay than others.
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