Biomedical Scientist

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southampton is seeking a registered Biomedical Scientist to join their Microbiology Department. This role requires HCPC registration, offering the chance to work in a varied laboratory environment with responsibilities including shift work, teamwork, and training. The ideal candidate will hold a HCPC approved Biomedical Science degree and have excellent communication skills. Flexible working conditions are available to support wellbeing and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Current HCPC registration or due to be registered.
• Evidence of CPD activities.
• Able to work shifts including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Work on a shift pattern including earlies, cores, lates, and nights.
• Rotate through sections of the laboratory and train others.
• Contribute to teamwork and communication.

Skills

Teamwork

Good communication

CPD

Education

HCPC approved Biomedical Science degree (BSc)

Tools

Microsoft

Outlook

Job description

Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

The Microbiology Department at UHS is advertising an opportunity for an HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with a strong background primarily in Microbiology (Bacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology) with a possible opportunity to rotate into Molecular once initial competency is gained. Candidates must already hold HCPC registration, or be due to become registered in the next 3 months. The department processes over 1,000,000 specimens per year, employing almost 100 staff and providing a comprehensive 7 day service covering bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, serology, parasitology and molecular testing. We are IBMS accredited for pre-registration training and specialist training in medical microbiology, virology and infectious science.

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment and supporting your wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, aiming to create an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

Candidates must have current HCPC registration or be due to be registered in the next 3 months. The role involves 24/7 working on a shift pattern, including earlies, cores, lates and night shifts. Candidates must be able to work all these shifts. Weekends and bank holidays are also worked on a rotation. Teamwork, CPD and good communication are key skills for this role. You would rotate through sections of the laboratory and be responsible for training others when you have gained competencies in those sections.

Person specification

Trust Values

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Essential criteria

• HCPC approved Biomedical Science degree (BSc) or other HCPC approved degree/top ups
• HCPC registration
• Evidence of current CPD activities

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience in a medical laboratory
• IT competency (Microsoft, Outlook, hospital IT systems)