Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Microbiology laboratory manager to lead our Microbiology team . This role is a unique opportunity to contribute to a service undergoing significant digital and workflow transformation. You will play an active part in leading on day-to-day diagnostic services while also contributing to the development of the department .
This post is ideal for an experienced Biomedical Scientist who can lead the Microbiology department and is also interested in supporting change, quality improvement, and the future of digital diagnostics.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for the operational management of the Microbiology Department - managing, motivating and effectively leading the technical and support staff in the delivery and development of a high quality safe service to users within the Trust and externally such as GPs. The post holder is expected to bring innovation and highly developed, specialised skills to the role.
Responsible for Quality Management within the department and participation in Quality Management across the departments of Pathology. Responsible for ensuring the Microbiology department meets UKAS ISO15189:2022 Quality standards, and complies with the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) requirements for category 3 facilities.
As a registered Biomedical Scientist make interpretive judgements using Masters (MSc) Degree level of Biomedical Sciences and management skills to ensure the service meets local and national standards.
About us
Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead the Microbiology Service with a culture which embeds the principles of a high qualityprofessional service and ensures the delivery of services which are safe, effective, caring,responsive and well led achieving financial balance.Accountable for the financial performance of Microbiology Services and monitoring the delegatedmanagement of individual departmental budgets. Financial accountability includes identifying andsupporting processes aimed at improving financial information and control mechanisms.Represent the Microbiology Department, Pathology Services, and the Trust as required, both locallyand nationally.Working with the Clinical Leads to lead and direct the clinical and managerial services of theDepartment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead the Microbiology Service with a culture which embeds the principles of a high qualityprofessional service and ensures the delivery of services which are safe, effective, caring,responsive and well led achieving financial balance.Accountable for the financial performance of Microbiology Services and monitoring the delegatedmanagement of individual departmental budgets. Financial accountability includes identifying andsupporting processes aimed at improving financial information and control mechanisms.Represent the Microbiology Department, Pathology Services, and the Trust as required, both locallyand nationally.Working with the Clinical Leads to lead and direct the clinical and managerial services of theDepartment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc. In Microbiology or related subject / FIBMS or equivalent knowledge
- HCPC Registration
- Management experience and knowledge of specialist Microbiology procedures to higher specialist diploma level or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience, participation in CPD, managerial qualifications, short courses and on-going specialist training.
- Up to date evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
Desirable
- Formal general management qualification
- Project Management qualification
- A recognised health and safety qualification / evidence of Health & Safety training
- Evidence of training in change management
Experience
Essential
- n-depth experience of working at a senior level within the discipline
- Track record of leading and achieving significant changes
- Leadership of service development
- Experience in the recruitment of staff
- Experience in Delivering staff training and staff development
Desirable
- Experience of budget and project management
- Experience of Quality Management System assessments
- Experience of Health & Safety Executive inspections
- Operating as a deputy manager
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc. In Microbiology or related subject / FIBMS or equivalent knowledge
- HCPC Registration
- Management experience and knowledge of specialist Microbiology procedures to higher specialist diploma level or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience, participation in CPD, managerial qualifications, short courses and on-going specialist training.
- Up to date evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
Desirable
- Formal general management qualification
- Project Management qualification
- A recognised health and safety qualification / evidence of Health & Safety training
- Evidence of training in change management
Experience
Essential
- n-depth experience of working at a senior level within the discipline
- Track record of leading and achieving significant changes
- Leadership of service development
- Experience in the recruitment of staff
- Experience in Delivering staff training and staff development
Desirable
- Experience of budget and project management
- Experience of Quality Management System assessments
- Experience of Health & Safety Executive inspections
- Operating as a deputy manager
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).
