Biomedical Scientist-Microbiology

RITZYROCKS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected private hospital in Central London seeks a Biomedical Scientist to join their Microbiology team. This permanent role involves performing manual and automated processes, ensuring high-quality diagnostic work. Candidates must be HCPC registered with experience in microbiology. A competitive salary of £50,713 to £60,848 per annum is offered, along with excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme (up to 20%)

Private medical healthcare

33 days annual leave

Season ticket travel loan

Family-friendly benefits

Clear career pathways and access to further education

Qualifications

• Registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Evidence of CPD.
• Knowledge of techniques, methodology and automation used within a diagnostics microbiology laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Undertake routine and specialist laboratory techniques.
• Record information on the pathology laboratory information system.
• Identify and escalate issues that could compromise service delivery.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory quality.

Skills

Post HCPC registration

Recent laboratory experience in Microbiology

Working knowledge of ISO15189 requirements

Biomedical Science or equivalent

Current HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist

Education

HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist

IBMS Certificate of Competence/CPSM Logbook

Job description

Biomedical Scientist - Microbiology

We're looking for an enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist to join our dynamic Microbiology team at The London Clinic's Pathology Department in Central London (W1G 7L). This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high‑quality diagnostic work in one of the UK's most respected private hospitals. We are offering a competitive salary range of £50713 to £60848 per annum.

The department undertakes bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, serology and molecular microbiology. Combining manual and automated methodology, as well as highly specialised tasks that require a high level of concentration, knowledge and skills.

The Laboratory holds UKAS accreditation (ISO 15189:2022) and is accredited with the IBMS for pre HCPC registration training.

The department is equipped with numerous automated platforms, including Biomerieux Bact/Alert Virtuo, Bact/Alert 3D, Vitek 2, Bruker MALDI‑TOF, OrthoQuidel Vitros XT7600, Vidas 3, Diasorin Liaison XL, Cepheid GeneXpert, ELITe BeGenius, Altona AltoStar and Qiagen QiaStat.

The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us provide the best, personalised healthcare. Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with state‑of‑the‑art facilities located around Harley Street. We have approx. 1300 employees across 8 sites, covering a broad range of specialisms, including complex medical and surgical procedures and a comprehensive range of cancer and outpatient services.

Job Profile

The Post holder will act as a Specialist HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist within the Microbiology Department. You will undertake manual and automated processes, interpretation and report generation to aid clinicians in patient care pathways. You will demonstrate a high standard of quality in your work, as well as maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of current working practices within diagnostic microbiology.

Successful candidates will be conscientious, enthusiastic, and highly motivated, with excellent organisational and communication skills. You should be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, demonstrating competence as an autonomous practitioner across all shift patterns required for service delivery.

Job Type & Shift Pattern

This is a permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week (including weekends, bank holidays and shift patterns as required).

Salary

£50713 to £60848 per annum (dependent on experience).

Benefits package

• Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%)
• Private medical healthcare
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Season ticket travel loan
• Family‑friendly benefits and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services
• Excellent career development, with clear career pathways and access to further education

Key Duties

• Undertake routine and specialist laboratory techniques in line with department standard operating procedures.
• Record information on the pathology laboratory information system and in line with national and local standards.
• Identify and escalation of issues that could compromise service delivery.
• Support continuous improvement of laboratory quality and efficiency.

Skills & Experience

• Post HCPC registration
• Recent laboratory experience in Microbiology
• Working knowledge of ISO15189 requirements
• Biomedical Science or equivalent
• Current HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist

Job Description & Person Specification

• Registered with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist.
• IBMS Certificate of Competence/CPSM Logbook.
• Evidence of CPD.
• Knowledge of techniques, methodology and automation used within a diagnostics microbiology laboratory.
• Evidence of practical analytical and technical skills associated with highly complex laboratory work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and time‑management skills.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems under pressure.
• Timely accurate working with ability to prioritise and manage resources for day‑to‑day service delivery.
• Prepared to work with biological materials and a variety of sample types.
• Flexible approach to hours of work, including extended day working, weekends and bank holidays.

We are an organisation that has charitable status and this helps us to drive forward our mission of reinvesting our income to deliver better patient outcomes.

The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply – we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.

Contact

Laboratory Manager
Simon Evans

Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full‑time

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