Biomedical Scientist - Microbiology

NHS; Dartford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Dartford is seeking an experienced Biomedical Scientist to perform analytical procedures in a microbiology laboratory. Applicants must be HCPC registered and have a passion for clinical excellence. Competitive salary ranges from £32,602 to £39,686 per year, and involves working with various molecular and serological techniques.

Qualifications

• Post-registration experience in multiple sections within an accredited training microbiology laboratory.
• Experience performing routine maintenance and monitoring of highly complex laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform various analytical procedures according to standard operating procedures.
• Deliver accurate and timely results of samples.
• Supervise and direct routine work of a section(s).

Skills

Knowledge of theory and analytical techniques in microbiology

Ability to solve problems

Good written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of current trends in microbiology and the requirements of UKAS

Education

BSc Biomedical Science or other IBMS accredited degree

Registered with HCPC

Working towards IBMS Specialist Diploma

Job description

Welcome to Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust and thank you for considering us as your choice of employer.

The Microbiology Department at Darent Valley hospital is seeking to appoint an energetic, well-motivated, HCPC registered individual with experience of working in an NHS Pathology laboratory.

The laboratory is well developed within bacteriology, Serology and Molecular techniques housing a range of Microbiology analysers,including Vitek 2 , Cobas 480, Microscan and Maldi-Tof ID , Genexpert, Virtuo analyser, DS2, Vidas and Liaison XLs.

Successful applicants will be expected to participate in maintaining CPD , complete registration Portfolio and support laboratory to maintainrequirements of United Kingdom Accreditation Standards (UKAS).

If you have a passion for clinical excellence, value patient care and are keen to excel in your development, then Darent Valley Hospital is the place for you.

We have an extensive training and development programme with new opportunities for developing our Biomedical Scientists of the future. We encourage you to be part of this journey.

This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.

Please note, this post may close earlier than the given closing date once a sufficent number of applications have been recieved.

Main duties of the job

All applicants will work in a rotation with other staff in all sections within the laboratory. You must be keen to embrace new ways of working and develop your skills and knowledge.

All applicants will be provided with a 16-week roster following successful probation. This will include early and late shifts and allocated rest daysfor weekends worked. You will be expected to work according to our working time compliant shift system. The successful applicant will be required to participate in out of hours or On-call shifts when fully competent following training. There is a requirement for flexibility of your working pattern and an extended working day shift may be required.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.

We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

Perform various analytical procedures for which appropriate training will be provided in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures

Complete tasks efficiently and effectively in an appropriate time period, ensuring that turnaround times for tests are met

Use and maintain the integrity of the Laboratory Information System

Deal with samples and results with appropriate priority

Deliver accurate and timely results of samples, according to priority

Assist the senior staff and Specialist Biomedical Scientists in supervising and directing the routine work of a section(s)

Allocate junior staff within the section to cover the required duties

Analyse, interpret and report results from patient specimens and proceeding accordingly

Perform complex tests within a variety of Molecular PCR laboratory techniques including: Setting up PCR assays, DNA/RNA extraction, DNA quantification, PCR, primer design, DNA sequencing and other molecular testing methods in accordance with standard operational procedures

Perform Molecular processes and supporting rapid diagnostic testing and point of care (POCT) testing when required.

Please see attached job description for further information.

Person Specification

Education and Training

• BSc Biomedical Science or other IBMS accredited degree
• Registered with HCPC
• Working towards IBMS Specialist Diploma.
• Evidence of continuous CPD

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of theory and analytical techniques in microbiology
• Knowledge of current trends in microbiology and the requirements of UKAS
• Methodical and able to organize own and others workload
• Ability to solve problems
• Ability to make decisions and refer difficult decisions to their manager
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to produce results within set deadlines
• Able to deal with unexpected situations
• Knowledge of techniques used in serological and immunological analyses
• Knowledge and understanding of molecular assays

Experience

• Requiring post-registration experience in multiple sections within an accredited training microbiology laboratory.
• Experience of performing routine maintenance and monitoring of highly complex laboratory equipment and analysers

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.

£32,602 to £39,686 a yearper annum inclusive of allowances