Job summary
Band 5 - £29,970 - £36,483
Full time and part time hours available
Permanent contract
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Microbiology Department. We are able to offer aTrainee or Practitioner Biomedical Scientist.
Main duties of the job
We can offer a great opportunity to start or further your career in clinical laboratory science, working within a dynamic and professional environment. You will be provided with comprehensive training and the opportunity to develop your skills in a range of microbiological techniques, contributing to the diagnostic service that plays a vital role in patient care.
We welcome applicants from either HCPC registered candidates or graduates holding an IBMS accredited BSc in Biomedical Science, who have yet to obtain their Certificate of Competency. Students who are in their final year of an IBMS accredited degree will also be considered.
There is an opportunity for non-registered applicants. If successful, we will be offering employment under the terms of Annex 21 of Agenda for Change; with the expectation that you will obtain HCPC registration within 12 months of commencing employment. Full support to do so will be provided, including in-house training programs, competency assessments and mentorship from senior staff.
About us
Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff.
Our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes our hospital stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for getting it right for patients, colleagues, and our community, you will find a home at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
- Assist in the preparation and analysis of clinical samples, including blood, urine, sputum and swabs using automated and manual laboratory techniques.
- Perform routine microbiological tests and procedures, including the identification of microorganisms, susceptibility testing and molecular diagnostics.
- Ensure accurate recording and reporting of results, maintaining confidentiality and adhering to best practice standards.
- Participate in quality assurance processes, ensuring that laboratory standards comply with ISO 15189:2022 requirement are met.
- Work under the supervision of qualified Biomedical Scientists and laboratory management, to develop skills and competency in laboratory practices.
- Undertake the calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
- Follow all Health & Safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment at all times.
- Undertake CPD in order to keep up to date with current microbiological advances and technologies.
Please see attached Job description for additional information.
Please note this role is not elidgable for sponorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
- Assist in the preparation and analysis of clinical samples, including blood, urine, sputum and swabs using automated and manual laboratory techniques.
- Perform routine microbiological tests and procedures, including the identification of microorganisms, susceptibility testing and molecular diagnostics.
- Ensure accurate recording and reporting of results, maintaining confidentiality and adhering to best practice standards.
- Participate in quality assurance processes, ensuring that laboratory standards comply with ISO 15189:2022 requirement are met.
- Work under the supervision of qualified Biomedical Scientists and laboratory management, to develop skills and competency in laboratory practices.
- Undertake the calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
- Follow all Health & Safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment at all times.
- Undertake CPD in order to keep up to date with current microbiological advances and technologies.
Please see attached Job description for additional information.
Please note this role is not elidgable for sponorship.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Biomedical Sciences
- HCPC registration or those about to qualify within the next 12 months
- Eligibility for or registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.
Experience
Essential
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a methodical and organised manner.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of microbiological techniques and laboratory procedures.
- Ability to maintain standards of accuracy and hand to eye coordination in repetitive manual techniques
- Ability to undertake the technical validation of microbiological test results
- Knowledge to undertake the interpretation of diagnostic laboratory results
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and procedures within a clinical microbiology laboratory
- A willingness to learn and develop professional skills.
- Evidence of ability to work using own initiative and without supervision
- To have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) or equivalent in Biomedical Sciences
- HCPC registration or those about to qualify within the next 12 months
- Eligibility for or registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.
Experience
Essential
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a methodical and organised manner.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of microbiological techniques and laboratory procedures.
- Ability to maintain standards of accuracy and hand to eye coordination in repetitive manual techniques
- Ability to undertake the technical validation of microbiological test results
- Knowledge to undertake the interpretation of diagnostic laboratory results
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and procedures within a clinical microbiology laboratory
- A willingness to learn and develop professional skills.
- Evidence of ability to work using own initiative and without supervision
- To have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
