Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to participate in the delivery of a single integrated, high quality Microbiology service to the Trusts and GPs in the Black Country.
Applications are invited for a suitably qualified Trainee Biomedical Scientist to work in our busy Microbiology Department on a fixed term contract for 18 months. Our forward looking and dynamic department employs modern equipment and automated processes, to deliver a quality service for all current and future users.
Main duties of the job
Black Country Pathology Service - Trainee Biomedical Scientist
Educated to BSc level and working towards HPC registration, you will be responsible for the performance of diagnostic tests on a wide range of potentially hazardous materials to aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of disease processes.
Subject to contract and competency assessment, to work flexibly within the service needs which include, extended working day, weekends and Bank Holidays.
To certify the analytical and technical validity of investigations, and liaise with medical and scientific staff of the department, other BMS staff within all pathology departments, nursing and medical staff within the trust, GP surgeries, patients, and other NHS Trusts.
About us
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We're passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.We are delighted that we have been rated as "Good" by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations in all sections of the laboratory (Microbiology). This will include the both bacteriology and virology.
To follow the standard operating procedures.
To undertake routine operative maintenance on laboratory instruments.
To plan and organise their work within the demands of the team.
To communicate patient results by telephone.
To measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures.
To carry out corrective action when the quality control procedures indicate loss of performance.
To prepare reagents required for laboratory investigations.
To report any instance or event which may cause a service delivery failure.
To ensure the reporting of low level of reagents to supervisory staff.
Support initiatives for improved resource management
Trainee BMSs rotate between all sections of Microbiology under the direct supervision of HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with the aim of gaining knowledge and practical skills in all aspects of clinical Microbiology. The overall aim is to gain registration with the HCPC by completion of the IBMS/HCPC Registration portfolio during their training period.
To see full list of duties and main responsibilities, please refer to the full job description attached to the vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations in all sections of the laboratory (Microbiology). This will include the both bacteriology and virology.
To follow the standard operating procedures.
To undertake routine operative maintenance on laboratory instruments.
To plan and organise their work within the demands of the team.
To communicate patient results by telephone.
To measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures.
To carry out corrective action when the quality control procedures indicate loss of performance.
To prepare reagents required for laboratory investigations.
To report any instance or event which may cause a service delivery failure.
To ensure the reporting of low level of reagents to supervisory staff.
Support initiatives for improved resource management
Trainee BMSs rotate between all sections of Microbiology under the direct supervision of HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists with the aim of gaining knowledge and practical skills in all aspects of clinical Microbiology. The overall aim is to gain registration with the HCPC by completion of the IBMS/HCPC Registration portfolio during their training period.
To see full list of duties and main responsibilities, please refer to the full job description attached to the vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent (IBMS accredited)
Desirable
- Working towards IBMS generic portfolio
Laboratory knowledge
Essential
- Please provide evidence of practical laboratory experience.
Desirable
- Please provide evidence of practical Microbiology laboratory experience
Essential
Essential
- Please provide details of the CPD you have completed over the last 12 months.
Essential
Essential
- Please provide details of laboratory / clinical projects you have completed or been involved in.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent (IBMS accredited)
Desirable
- Working towards IBMS generic portfolio
Laboratory knowledge
Essential
- Please provide evidence of practical laboratory experience.
Desirable
- Please provide evidence of practical Microbiology laboratory experience
Essential
Essential
- Please provide details of the CPD you have completed over the last 12 months.
Essential
Essential
- Please provide details of laboratory / clinical projects you have completed or been involved in.
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).
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).
