Experienced Microbiology Specialist – Lead & Develop

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Basildon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our Microbiology team, providing an efficient service to two general hospitals and the local GP community. You will perform and interpret routine and specialist investigations, and lead trainees and technicians.

Based at our Hub site, you will rotate through all areas, with access to BD Kiestra Synapsys technology and comprehensive training to advance your career in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• GCSE level or equivalent.
• Postgraduate diploma level e.g.: Specialist portfolio, BBTS or equivalent.
• Ability to adapt efficiently to change.
• Ability to manage time and prioritise own work.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret routine and specialist biomedical investigations.
• Provide professional leadership to Trainee BMS, Associate Practitioners, Laboratory technicians, and MLAs.
• Offer technical advice to clinicians on test appropriateness and timescales.
• Rotate through all areas of Microbiology including Automation Laboratory (Kiestra TLA, MRSA, Urogenital) and Serology.

Skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Leadership

LIMS experience

IT skills

Change adaptability

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Postgraduate diploma e.g. Specialist portfolio / BBTS

HPC registration as BMS

Tools

Kiestra TLA

BD Kiestra Synapsys

LIMS

MS Office

Job description

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our Microbiology team, providing an efficient service to two general hospitals and the local GP community. You will perform and interpret routine and specialist investigations, and lead trainees and technicians.

Based at our Hub site, you will rotate through all areas, with access to BD Kiestra Synapsys technology and comprehensive training to advance your career in a collaborative environment.