Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Microbiology

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative hospital is seeking a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology to enhance their diagnostic services. This role involves working collaboratively within a dedicated team to ensure high-quality laboratory results. The successful candidate will utilize advanced microbiological techniques and contribute to the training of junior staff. With a commitment to flexible working, this position offers a rewarding environment where your expertise will significantly impact patient care. Join a trusted healthcare provider that values both its staff and patients, and enjoy a fulfilling career in a vibrant community.

Benefits

35 days paid holiday

Generous pension scheme

NHS discounts

On-site leisure centre

Day nursery

Holiday play scheme

Car parking (fee applies)

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is essential for this role.
• Two years post-registration experience in a diagnostic microbiology lab is required.
• Ability to train and support less experienced staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests and interpret results for clinical significance.
• Supervise Medical Laboratory Assistants and trainees.
• Ensure compliance with quality control and assurance procedures.

Skills

Advanced Microbiology techniques

Interpersonal skills

Analytical equipment maintenance

Laboratory information management

Education

BSc Hons Biomedical Sciences

IBMS Specialist Diploma in Microbiology

MSC

Tools

Laboratory analytical equipment

Job description

Job summary

****Previous applicants need not apply****

We are seeking an experienced, well motivated and suitably qualified Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology to work at Salisbury District Hospital. Working as part of a team you will contribute to the provision and further development of a high quality diagnostic service. You will support the Senior Biomedical Scientists responsible for the day to day organisation of the laboratory. You should be highly motivated, a good communicator and enjoy working as part of a Pathology wide team.

Rotation throughout the laboratory will be expected and training will be provided. The laboratory has core hours of 09:00 - 17:30, but provides 24/7 cover via extended hours and an on-call service. Once successful training is complete, the successful candidates will be expected to participate fully in extended hours and weekends, Bank holiday and on-call rotas.

Applicants must be HCPC registered and have a IBMS Specialist Portfolio.

Main duties of the job

• Uses interpretative skills to determine the pathogenic and clinical significance of the results of laboratory tests including:
  • Preparing, examining and reporting on microscopic examination of specimens.
  • Deciding on appropriate tests and procedures to identify pathogenic organisms.
  • Performing and interpreting molecular diagnostic tests.
  • Referring results for clinical interpretation or opinion.
• Performs manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations.
• Takes corrective action when quality control or assurance procedures indicate loss of performance of the laboratory instruments or methods.
• Ensures first line trouble shooting of complex analytical equipment or methods.
• Performs work strictly according to current Standard Operating Procedures.
• Safely handle blood, urine, faeces, organs, other body tissue, and hazardous materials.
• Participates in the introduction of new equipment or methods.
• Supervises the work and monitor performance of Medical Laboratory Assistants, Associate Practitioners and trainees/students.
• Participates in the maintenance and the further development of the quality system.
• Complies with good work practices in accordance with the standards of UKAS Accreditation and other relevant professional and legislative
• Works flexibly depending on the needs of the service which may include any integrated shift system/rotation pattern which operates in the Department.

About us

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we're driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.

We are an acute Trust, rated "Good" by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.

We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme.

Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don't just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visiting www.experiencesalisbury.co.uk

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• BSc Hons Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.
• Registration with HCPC
• IBMS Specialist Diploma in Microbiology

Desirable

• MSC

Experience

Essential

• Two years post registration experience in an HCPC approved diagnostic microbiology laboratory
• Knowledge of laboratory information and management computer system
• Knowledge of safety
• Ability to use, control and maintain analytical equipment
• Ability to train/support less qualified/experienced staff

Desirable

• Experience of internal and external QA.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Advanced Microbiology techniques
• Ability to work alone or in a team
• Good interpersonal skills

Other Job related requirements

Essential

• Able to work Saturday/Sundays/Public holidays

Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• BSc Hons Biomedical Sciences or equivalent.
• Registration with HCPC
• IBMS Specialist Diploma in Microbiology

Desirable

• MSC

Experience

Essential

• Two years post registration experience in an HCPC approved diagnostic microbiology laboratory
• Knowledge of laboratory information and management computer system
• Knowledge of safety
• Ability to use, control and maintain analytical equipment
• Ability to train/support less qualified/experienced staff

Desirable

• Experience of internal and external QA.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Advanced Microbiology techniques
• Ability to work alone or in a team
• Good interpersonal skills

Other Job related requirements

Essential

• Able to work Saturday/Sundays/Public holidays

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

Employer details

Employer name

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Salisbury District Hospital

Odstock Road

Salisbury

SP2 8BJ

Employer's website