Microbiology & Virology Healthcare Scientist Associate

Newcastle Hospitals; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Healthcare Science Associate to join the Microbiology and Virology team. You will support Registered Biomedical Scientists in performing microbiological analyses on patient samples, using both automated and manual techniques, with comprehensive training provided and ongoing personal development encouraged.

Applicants must have microbiology/virology experience, strong communication and leadership skills, and be flexible for

Qualifications

• Foundation Degree in Health Care Science or equivalent.
• Experience in microbiology and/or virology.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support diagnostic work by assisting in microbiology/virology analyses.
• Rotate through sections and learn to read culture plates under supervision.

Skills

Self-organisation

Prioritisation

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Able to work under pressure

Follow protocols

Education

Foundation Degree in Health Care Science

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Healthcare Science Associate to join the Microbiology and Virology team. You will support Registered Biomedical Scientists in performing microbiological analyses on patient samples, using both automated and manual techniques, with comprehensive training provided and ongoing personal development encouraged.

Applicants must have microbiology/virology experience, strong communication and leadership skills, and be flexible for