Job summary
Due to maternity leave we have an opportunity for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist with experience in an NHS Clinical microbiology service but as yet not secured a Biomedical Scientist post to gain valuable experience in a BMS role within a microbiology laboratory within a large teaching hospital.
This role is a fixed term contract (or secondment if NUH employee) and therefore there is no guarantee to move to a substantive role following the end of contract period. It will however offer the successful candidate the opportunity to gain competency in two clinical microbiology benches which would provide valuable experience for any recruitments they choose to apply for in the future. In addition to having references from a respected IBMS training centre.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Candidates interested in the Registered Biomedical Scientists role must be HCPC registered and have experience working in a Diagnostic Microbiology department, experience working in a UK Diagnostic Microbiology service would be an advantage but is not essential.
We are looking for enthusiastic, friendly and well-motivated individuals who are good team players.
Interviews will be on site and candidates must state at the top of the supporting statement that they understand this and will be able to attend.
About us
The Clinical Microbiology Department
The Clinical Microbiology service is a comprehensive medical microbiology service handling in excess of 900,000 microbiology and virology samples per year. We are a recognised IBMS training laboratory with a wealth of experience in producing highly skilled Biomedical scientists. The Microbiology laboratory is fully ISO 15189 accredited.
Current Working Hours
We are a full 24/7 Microbiology service therefore staff need to be flexible and able to work on all shifts once competency has been proven.
Early Shift (in week blocks): 7am to 3pm
Core Shift : 9am to 5pm
Late Shift (in week blocks): 12pm to 8pm
Night Shift (12.5hrs - in blocks of three): 7pm to 7:30am
Frequency of shifts will vary however an example is shown below:
Within a three month roster:
Nights: 1-2 blocks per roster
Early/late blocks: 1-2 blocks per roster
Weekends: 2-3 per roster
Frequency would alter dependant on established BMS staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Under the direction of Senior Biomedical Scientist staff to:
1. Carry out all laboratory analyses associated with the post, including reporting results, maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
2. Participate in the departments rosters as required across all areas of the Microbiology service (Bacteriology & Virology).
3. Undertake quality control procedures, examine quality control results to identify poor performance and instigate appropriate action.
4. Participate in the operation and routine maintenance of equipment.
See Job description for additional requirements.
Please take note of the person specification for this post and include examples of how you meet the criteria in your supporting information. This will be used during the shortlisting process. We advise you to use headers within the statement and concisely demonstrate how you meet the requirements for the post. Remember that almost all applicants will have undertaken practical's/ projects within their degrees. Ensure you are clear about what skills you have developed and ideally applied in a workplace. Your supporting statement will be reviewed to determine why you would make a good Microbiology Biomedical Scientist - we advise that you make it as easy to find this information.
Please be aware that the application process will close early if sufficient applications have been received.
Due to the expected response we will not be able to offer informal tours before the interviews however time will be allocated during the interview process to provide a tour to the shortlisted candidates.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Under the direction of Senior Biomedical Scientist staff to:
1. Carry out all laboratory analyses associated with the post, including reporting results, maintaining appropriate records and documentation.
2. Participate in the departments rosters as required across all areas of the Microbiology service (Bacteriology & Virology).
3. Undertake quality control procedures, examine quality control results to identify poor performance and instigate appropriate action.
4. Participate in the operation and routine maintenance of equipment.
See Job description for additional requirements.
Please take note of the person specification for this post and include examples of how you meet the criteria in your supporting information. This will be used during the shortlisting process. We advise you to use headers within the statement and concisely demonstrate how you meet the requirements for the post. Remember that almost all applicants will have undertaken practical's/ projects within their degrees. Ensure you are clear about what skills you have developed and ideally applied in a workplace. Your supporting statement will be reviewed to determine why you would make a good Microbiology Biomedical Scientist - we advise that you make it as easy to find this information.
Please be aware that the application process will close early if sufficient applications have been received.
Due to the expected response we will not be able to offer informal tours before the interviews however time will be allocated during the interview process to provide a tour to the shortlisted candidates.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Undertaken IBMS Registration Training Portfolio (must be stated in "Relevant training courses attended" ) in application
- Completed IBMS Registration Portfolio in an NHS Clinical Microbiology lab
Experience
Essential
- Has worked in a UK NHS diagnostic laboratory (MLA/ AP or BMS)
Desirable
- Has worked in a UK NHS Clinical Microbiology service in a support role (MLA / AP)
- Has worked in a UK NHS Clinical Microbiology service in a Biomedical Scientist role
Communication Skills/Supporting Statement
Essential
- Good communication skills (written) and well written supporting statement demonstrating skill set needed for the role
Exposure to Microbiology
Essential
- Demonstrates skills in techniques relevant to microbiology
- Evidence of experience with analysers relevant to a diagnostic microbiology service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Undertaken IBMS Registration Training Portfolio (must be stated in "Relevant training courses attended" ) in application
- Completed IBMS Registration Portfolio in an NHS Clinical Microbiology lab
Experience
Essential
- Has worked in a UK NHS diagnostic laboratory (MLA/ AP or BMS)
Desirable
- Has worked in a UK NHS Clinical Microbiology service in a support role (MLA / AP)
- Has worked in a UK NHS Clinical Microbiology service in a Biomedical Scientist role
Communication Skills/Supporting Statement
Essential
- Good communication skills (written) and well written supporting statement demonstrating skill set needed for the role
Exposure to Microbiology
Essential
- Demonstrates skills in techniques relevant to microbiology
- Evidence of experience with analysers relevant to a diagnostic microbiology service
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.
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).