Job summary
Microbiology at SWLP is looking for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist with experience for an Advanced Biomedical Scientist (Band 7) role. You will be deployed in Microbiology at the St George's site. The department offers the latest equipment in the Microbiology field with three Kiestra lines, MALDI-ToF technology, Uri-system, Liaison XLs, EntericBio, BD FX, MGIT and Phoenix. There is an automated Serology track system and a specialised Molecular service including high through put analysers.
The department also offers an extensive screening program for latent TB for the London region.
The post holder will be expected to have good knowledge and experience in Microbiology in addition to being able to demonstrate excellent problem solving skills with a strong background in quality.
It is anticipated that the post holder will initially be seconded to the quality team to support the department with the transition of a number of tasks to the technical team. Following successful transition, the post-holder will be required to resume regular technical duties along with a pre-agreed departmental bolt-on in line with all other Band 7 staff.
Main duties of the job
- Provides and co-ordinates specialist clinical technical services to patients that may include research and audit samples.
- Undertakes the day to day management of a section within the laboratory under the direction of the line manager.
- Contributes to providing a professional clinical laboratory service, working effectively as a team member as part of the overall department.
- Able to provide the necessary training and supervision of staff within the section.
- Able to effectively troubleshoot bench specific issues, identify areas of concern and alert management
About us
South West London Pathology is an award winning pathology partnership between four Hospital Trusts - St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Croydon Health Services NHS Trust and Epsom & St. Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust - designed to provide an integrated, high quality pathology service for hospitals and GPs across South West London, by bringing together the best of each Trust's service and providing them within a single organisation.
The Microbiology department at St George's has state of the art of equipment offering full laboratory automation and a vast array of molecular platforms. The laboratory prides itself on its innovative and progressive approach to Microbiology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the main responsibilities for the role please see the attached job description and person specification.
This post will be based at St.George's Hospital, but the post-holder may be required to visit other SWLP sites as the service needs dictate.
Find out more about South West London Pathology on our website https://www.swlpath.nhs.uk/
You will be expected to participate in a 24/7 shift system which includes weekend, night, late and bank holiday working as part of hours.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the main responsibilities for the role please see the attached job description and person specification.
This post will be based at St.George's Hospital, but the post-holder may be required to visit other SWLP sites as the service needs dictate.
Find out more about South West London Pathology on our website https://www.swlpath.nhs.uk/
You will be expected to participate in a 24/7 shift system which includes weekend, night, late and bank holiday working as part of hours.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- . An honours degree or equivalent in a biological science
- . HCPC Registration
- . MSc or equivalent specialist experience at Masters level
Desirable
- Certificate in Quality Management
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- . Proven experience post HCPC registration in the relevant discipline
- . Excellent working knowledge of all aspects of specialist subject in relevant discipline
- . Evidence of continuing professional development
- . Knowledge of health and safety legislation
- . Evidence of experience of quality management systems, audits and document control
- Evidence of ability to problem solve
- Knowledge of quality control and assurance
Desirable
- Experience of training laboratory staff
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- . Advanced practical specialist analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- . Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software
- . Accuracy and attention to detail
- . Able to follow written methodologies or protocols
- . Able to work as part of a team
- . Ability to work under pressure
- . Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work
- . Excellent communication and presentation skills
- . Use of enhanced pathology computer systems
Other relevant requirements
Essential
- Capable of intense periods of concentration
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- . An honours degree or equivalent in a biological science
- . HCPC Registration
- . MSc or equivalent specialist experience at Masters level
Desirable
- Certificate in Quality Management
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- . Proven experience post HCPC registration in the relevant discipline
- . Excellent working knowledge of all aspects of specialist subject in relevant discipline
- . Evidence of continuing professional development
- . Knowledge of health and safety legislation
- . Evidence of experience of quality management systems, audits and document control
- Evidence of ability to problem solve
- Knowledge of quality control and assurance
Desirable
- Experience of training laboratory staff
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- . Advanced practical specialist analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- . Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software
- . Accuracy and attention to detail
- . Able to follow written methodologies or protocols
- . Able to work as part of a team
- . Ability to work under pressure
- . Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work
- . Excellent communication and presentation skills
- . Use of enhanced pathology computer systems
Other relevant requirements
Essential
- Capable of intense periods of concentration
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).
