Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Chelmsford is seeking a dedicated Biomedical Scientist to join their pathology team. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnostic testing, working in a shift pattern including weekends. HCPC registration and experience in microbiology are essential. The organization promotes ongoing education and supports professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist required.
• Experience in Microbiology is essential.
• Ongoing professional development is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a shift-working pattern including weekends.
• Engage in service on-call rota.
• Utilize specialized microbiological equipment.

Skills

General bacteriology knowledge

Microbiology expertise

Ability to work in shift patterns

Education

HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist

IBMS specialist portfolio in Microbiology

Tools

Vitek2

Sysmex UF5000 Urine analyser

Hologic Panthers

Diasorin Liaison XL machines

Job description

Overview

We are a busy department with a wide-ranging repertoire of diagnostic testing and currently process approximately 350,000 tests per year. A comprehensive knowledge of Microbiology is required. You would be joining a friendly and dedicated team of scientists working within Pathology.

Responsibilities and expectations

• Participate in a shift-working pattern, including weekend and Bank Holiday working. The service operates 7 days a week and will require working 1 Saturday in 4.
• Take part in the Service On call rota covering 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
• Utilise equipment including Vitek2, BacT/Alert (TB & blood culture systems), Sysmex UF5000 Urine analyser, two Hologic Panthers and two Diasorin Liaison XL machines.
• Demonstrate sound general bacteriology knowledge from a UK NHS or Private laboratory.
• Engage in ongoing education and professional development, including the IBMS CPD scheme.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
• IBMS specialist portfolio in Microbiology or demonstrational Microbiology experience.

About the organisation

Broomfield Hospital is part of the Mid and South Essex Hospital group with a busy Emergency Department, an internationally renowned Regional Burns Unit and Plastic Surgery Unit as well as a busy Renal Unit.

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), serving a wide local population. The Trust collaborates with multiple partners including GP practices, community services, voluntary sector organisations, and local authorities to deliver health and care services.

Additional notes

We actively encourage further education and professional development. Please note the selection processes are in place to recruit candidates with the right skills and values. The use of AI in applications is monitored, and you will be required to declare any AI usage on your application.