Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology

The Methodist Church in Britain; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff development

NHS pension scheme

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Eastbourne District General Hospital is seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on an 11-month fixed-term basis to identify disease-causing microorganisms and advise antibiotic treatment from diverse samples. The role requires HCPC registration and an IBMS specialist portfolio, with a 7-day rota expectation.

The successful candidate will analyse infections, perform serology for HIV and hepatitis B, and apply advanced microbiology techniques across routine laboratory work, contributing to

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Specialist portfolio in microbiology.
• Evidence of CPD to postgraduate level or equivalent knowledge/experience.
• Ongoing training such as mycology, parasitology, advanced instrument and BSAC courses.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret infections by identifying disease-causing micro-organisms.
• Recommend antibiotic treatment where appropriate.
• Examine samples including blood, tissue, urine, CSF and faeces.
• Culture and identify bacteria and fungi.
• Carry out antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
• Identify lice, fleas and parasites.
• Perform serological tests, including HIV, HBV and other viruses.
• Apply microbiological, biochemical, serological and molecular techniques.
• Undertake all aspects of routine laboratory work.
• Work at Specialist Biomedical Scientist level.
• Take part in the contractual 7-day rotas.

Skills

Advanced microbiology techniques

Molecular diagnostic techniques

Quality and biosafety knowledge

Teamwork and collaboration

Clinical interpretation of tests

Laboratory governance and patient care

Education

BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science

Specialist portfolio in microbiology

Postgraduate development evidence

Tools

BDMax

BD BACTEC

BD Viper

WASP

Vitek MS

Vidas

Cobas

Sedimax

MAST Uri analysers

Job description

The Microbiology Laboratory at Eastbourne District General Hospital needs a Specialist Biomedical Scientist on an 11-month fixed-term basis. The work centres on identifying disease-causing micro-organisms and recommending antibiotic treatment from blood, urine, tissue and other samples, including HIV and hepatitis B serology. The department handles around 255,000 specimens a year and staff work contractual 7-day rotas. HCPC registration and a completed IBMS specialist portfolio are required.

What the job involves

• Analyse and interpret infections by identifying disease-causing micro-organisms
• Recommend antibiotic treatment where appropriate
• Examine samples including blood, tissue, urine, cerebrospinal fluid and faeces
• Culture and identify bacteria and fungi
• Carry out antimicrobial susceptibility testing
• Identify lice, fleas and parasites
• Perform serological tests, including HIV, hepatitis B, other blood-borne viruses and sexually transmitted infections
• Apply microbiological, biochemical, serological and molecular techniques, including microscopy and antigen/antibody diagnostics
• Undertake all aspects of routine laboratory work
• Work at Specialist Biomedical Scientist level
• Take part in the contractual 7-day rotas

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent
• Specialist portfolio in microbiology
• Evidence of continued professional development to postgraduate level or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Ongoing training, such as mycology, parasitology, advanced instrument and BSAC courses

Registration & licences

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration

Experience

• At least 3 years post-HCPC-registration experience in a UK microbiology laboratory (the introduction says 2 years)
• Previous experience working as part of a team

Skills & knowledge

• Advanced and highly developed microbiology techniques
• Basic molecular diagnostic techniques
• Good knowledge of health and safety legislation as applied in pathology
• Good knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice
• Ability to work with minimum supervision after state registration
• Ability to validate results for clinical use, identify micro-organisms and interpret diagnostic tests

Nice to have

• MSc in Microbiology
• Experience with BDMax, BD BACTEC, BD Viper, WASP, Vitek MS, Vidas, Cobas, Sedimax or MAST Uri analysers
• Good molecular diagnostic techniques
• Good scientific numeracy
• Capable of working under pressureCapable of working in difficult environmental conditions

What’s offered

• Staff development
• Enrolment in the NHS pension scheme
• Auto-enrolment to the Temporary Workforce Service
• Onsite nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation
• Internal Occupational Health department
• Free confidential psychological support through an Employee Assistance Programme
• Onsite parking from £50 a year