Clinical Microbiology Specialist Scientist HCPC-Registered

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a HCPC-registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join the Department of Clinical Microbiology at King's Mill Hospital. You will work on bacteriological, serological and molecular microbiology investigations, delivering accurate diagnostic results to support patient care.

The role requires attention to detail, analytical skills and the ability to work independently or within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with clinical microbiology experience.
• IBMS Specialist Portfolio in progress or equivalent qualifications considered.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for complex diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Undertake bacteriological, serological and molecular microbiology investigations.
• Identify and interpret clinically significant microorganisms.
• Interpret antimicrobial susceptibility testing results to aid patient management.
• Provide timely, accurate diagnostic reporting to support clinicians.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist

IBMS Specialist Portfolio in progress

Job description

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a HCPC-registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join the Department of Clinical Microbiology at King's Mill Hospital. You will work on bacteriological, serological and molecular microbiology investigations, delivering accurate diagnostic results to support patient care.

The role requires attention to detail, analytical skills and the ability to work independently or within a multidisciplinary team.