2 x Specialist Biomedical Scientist, Microbiology Department

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2 x Specialist Biomedical Scientist, Microbiology Department, Harrow

Client: Health Services Laboratories

Location: Harrow, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1176a674d19c

Job Views: 8

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking 2 Specialist Biomedical Scientists for the Microbiology Department at Northwick Park Hospital, HA1 3UJ. These roles are available due to retirement and internal promotion.

Key details:

• Location: Northwick Park Hospital, HA1 3UJ
• Salary: Up to £48,000 DOE

Responsibilities include:

• Processing and testing patient specimens
• Reading culture plates, interpreting results, and performing antibiotic sensitivities
• Performing PCR testing for various organisms
• Operating and troubleshooting automated systems
• Reporting results to clinicians
• Training new staff members
• Proposing improvements and validating new equipment
• Working as part of a 24/7 team

Applicants must be registered with HCPC and have post-registration bacteriology experience equivalent to a specialist diploma.

About us:

Sonic Healthcare is a leading international healthcare provider with operations in multiple countries. In the UK, Sonic Healthcare UK includes The Doctors Laboratory and Health Services Laboratories, serving NHS trusts and other clients. We prioritize high standards of quality and innovation in diagnostics.

Shift Pattern:

• Early: 8 am to 4.30 pm
• Lates: 1.30 pm to 10.00 pm
• Nights: 8.15 pm to 8.30 am
• Standard: 9 am to 5 pm

Applicants should be willing to work these shifts or nights exclusively, with a full-time 37.5-hour week.

Role Details:

This role involves working in a modern, well-equipped microbiology department with a diverse workload and advanced automation systems. You will contribute to diagnostic services across multiple hospitals and clinics, with opportunities for professional development and contribution to service improvements.

Candidate Requirements:

Registered Biomedical Scientist with HCPC and relevant bacteriology experience at specialist diploma level or higher.

Interview Process:

Includes meeting the team, lab tour, competency questions, and a practical test.

Benefits:

• Training and development, including Masters and IBMS portfolios
• Salary reviews and flexible salary negotiations
• Gym discounts, healthcare plans, sick pay, life assurance, and more
• Flexible working options and 28 days annual leave