Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Public Health Wales; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Health Wales Microbiology invites you to join the Bacteriology Team at University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff, as we expand with new technology and a modern diagnostic service. You will contribute to a robust, 24/7 rota-supported service and benefit from full training and career development opportunities.

Applicants should be enthusiastic and well-motivated, with good organisational and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and well-motivated with good organisational and practical abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to support team work.
• Adaptable and flexible; self-motivated and reliable.
• Understanding of good laboratory practice; ISO15189 quality management desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the provision of a robust, 24/7 Bacteriology service.
• Assist in building a strong team and support Senior Biomedical Scientists.
• Contribute to continual improvements within the Microbiology department.

Skills

Biomedical Scientist

Education

IBMS Specialist Diploma in Medical Microbiology/Bacteriology

Job description

It is an exciting time to be joining Public Health Wales Microbiology as we have dramatically expanded our workforce and the way Microbiology services are delivered. Public Health Wales Microbiology consists of a network of laboratories currently based at multiple sites across Wales.

An opportunity has arisen to join our Bacteriology Team at University Hospital of Wales Cardiff. You will have the chance to be at the forefront of Microbiology in Wales following significant investment in new technology and staff. We aim to provide a responsive, modern, rapid diagnostic service for the people of Wales using state of the art equipment.

To demonstrate our commitment and dedication of our staff we offer automatic progression to Band 6 on the successful completion of their IBMS Specialist Diploma (Medical Microbiology /Bacteriology) with 100% compliance of statutory and mandatory training and relevant competency documents.

The successful post holders will be fully supported, with full training given from our training team. You will be encouraged to develop and opportunities will be given to enhance your career.

Applications are invited from candidates who are enthusiastic, well-motivated and innovative, with good organisational and practical abilities supported by scientific knowledge. Candidates should possess well developed interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to support individual and team working. Adaptable and flexible approach to work, self-motivated and with good practical skills will be fundamental to your role. You will use your knowledge and skills as a Biomedical Scientist to contribute to a robust and fully operational system within the department. You will assist in building a strong team and support the Senior Biomedical Scientists to enable continual improvements in the department and throughout the Microbiology Network. An understanding of good laboratory practice and ISO15189 quality management is desirable.

The post holder will support the provision of a 24/7 service in accordance with a published rota.

Our team offers a varied, challenging and rewarding work environment, with the opportunity to be at the forefront of Microbiology in Wales.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

We are Public Health Wales – the national public health agency in Wales. Our purpose is ‘Working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help everyone in Wales live longer, healthier, happier lives. Together with our partners, we work to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well‑being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.

Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the leading source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. In a world facing complex health challenges, our work has never been so important.

We are guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values equality and diversity. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and are supportive of flexible working arrangements, including part time roles and job sharing.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Shanine Mitchell Job title: Bacteriology Operational Manager Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 02920744815

or

Carian Barber-Colegate

Deputy Bacteriology Operations Manager

[e-mail]

02920745343