Virology Biomedical Scientist - PCR & Pathogen Diagnostics

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Blackpool is seeking a Band 5 HCPC Biomedical Scientist to join the Virology team at Blackpool Teaching Hospital. You will work 37.5 hours per week, 8am–6pm, with weekend and bank holiday shifts as part of a rota.

Experience in NHS laboratory settings is desirable; an accredited biomedical science degree working towards registration is acceptable. You will identify pathogens by PCR or serology and assist with maintaining automated systems

Qualifications

• Experience in NHS laboratory desirable.
• Accredited Biomedical Science degree with registration portfolio in progress.
• Interest in virology and infectious diseases.

Responsibilities

• Identify pathogens by PCR or serology to aid infection diagnosis.
• Maintain and troubleshoot automated systems including Alinity, Ingenius, Vidas and Cobas 4800.
• Support timely patient care and collaborate with clinical staff.

Skills

PCR Analysis

Serology Analysis

Lab Automation

Education

Biomedical Science degree

Tools

Alinity

Ingenius

Vidas

Cobas 4800

Job description

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Blackpool is seeking a Band 5 HCPC Biomedical Scientist to join the Virology team at Blackpool Teaching Hospital. You will work 37.5 hours per week, 8am–6pm, with weekend and bank holiday shifts as part of a rota.

Experience in NHS laboratory settings is desirable; an accredited biomedical science degree working towards registration is acceptable. You will identify pathogens by PCR or serology and assist with maintaining automated systems