Job summary
Welcome to Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust and thank you for considering us as your choice of employer.
The Microbiology Department at Darent Valley hospital is seeking to appoint an energetic, well-motivated, HCPC registered individual with experience of working in an NHS Pathology laboratory.
The laboratory is well developed within bacteriology, Serology and Molecular techniques housing a range of Microbiology analysers,including Vitek 2 , Cobas 480, Microscan and Maldi-Tof ID , Genexpert, Virtuo analyser, DS2, Vidas and Liaison XLs.
Successful applicants will be expected to participate in maintaining CPD , complete registration Portfolio and support laboratory to maintainrequirements of United Kingdom Accreditation Standards (UKAS).
If you have a passion for clinical excellence, value patient care and are keen to excel in your development, then Darent Valley Hospital is the place for you.
We have an extensive training and development programme with new opportunities for developing our Biomedical Scientists of the future. We encourage you to be part of this journey.
This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position.
Please note, this post may close earlier than the given closing date once a sufficent number of applications have been recieved.
Main duties of the job
All applicants will work in a rotation with other staff in all sections within the laboratory. You must be keen to embrace new ways of working and develop your skills and knowledge.
All applicants will be provided with a 16-week roster following successful probation. This will include early and late shifts and allocated rest daysfor weekends worked. You will be expected to work according to our working time compliant shift system. The successful applicant will be required to participate in out of hours or On-call shifts when fully competent following training. There is a requirement for flexibility of your working pattern and an extended working day shift may be required.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
Perform various analytical procedures for which appropriate training will be provided in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures
Complete tasks efficiently and effectively in an appropriate time period, ensuring that turnaround times for tests are met
Use and maintain the integrity of the Laboratory Information System
Deal with samples and results with appropriate priority
Deliver accurate and timely results of samples, according to priority
Assist the senior staff and Specialist Biomedical Scientists in supervising and directing the routine work of a section(s)
Allocate junior staff within the section to cover the required duties
Analyse, interpret and report results from patient specimens and proceeding accordingly
Perform complex tests within a variety of Molecular PCR laboratory techniques including: Setting up PCR assays, DNA/RNA extraction, DNA quantification, PCR, primer design, DNA sequencing and other molecular testing methods in accordance with standard operational procedures
Perform Molecular processes and supporting rapid diagnostic testing and point of care (POCT) testing when required.
Please see attached job description for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
Perform various analytical procedures for which appropriate training will be provided in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures
Complete tasks efficiently and effectively in an appropriate time period, ensuring that turnaround times for tests are met
Use and maintain the integrity of the Laboratory Information System
Deal with samples and results with appropriate priority
Deliver accurate and timely results of samples, according to priority
Assist the senior staff and Specialist Biomedical Scientists in supervising and directing the routine work of a section(s)
Allocate junior staff within the section to cover the required duties
Analyse, interpret and report results from patient specimens and proceeding accordingly
Perform complex tests within a variety of Molecular PCR laboratory techniques including: Setting up PCR assays, DNA/RNA extraction, DNA quantification, PCR, primer design, DNA sequencing and other molecular testing methods in accordance with standard operational procedures
Perform Molecular processes and supporting rapid diagnostic testing and point of care (POCT) testing when required.
Please see attached job description for further information.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- BSc Biomedical Science or other IBMS accredited degree
- Registered with HCPC
Desirable
- Working towards IBMS Specialist Diploma.
- Evidence of continuous CPD
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of theory and analytical techniques in microbiology
- Knowledge of current trends in microbiology and the requirements of UKAS
- Methodical and able to organize own and others workload
- Ability to solve problems
- Ability to make decisions and refer difficult decisions to their manager
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good supervisory qualities
- Ability to produce results within set deadlines
- Able to deal with unexpected situations
Desirable
- Knowledge of techniques used in serological and immunological analyses
- Knowledge and understanding of molecular assays
Experience
Essential
- Requiring post-registration experience in multiple sections within an accredited training microbiology laboratory.
Desirable
- Experience of performing routine maintenance and monitoring of highly complex laboratory equipment and analysers
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- BSc Biomedical Science or other IBMS accredited degree
- Registered with HCPC
Desirable
- Working towards IBMS Specialist Diploma.
- Evidence of continuous CPD
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of theory and analytical techniques in microbiology
- Knowledge of current trends in microbiology and the requirements of UKAS
- Methodical and able to organize own and others workload
- Ability to solve problems
- Ability to make decisions and refer difficult decisions to their manager
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good supervisory qualities
- Ability to produce results within set deadlines
- Able to deal with unexpected situations
Desirable
- Knowledge of techniques used in serological and immunological analyses
- Knowledge and understanding of molecular assays
Experience
Essential
- Requiring post-registration experience in multiple sections within an accredited training microbiology laboratory.
Desirable
- Experience of performing routine maintenance and monitoring of highly complex laboratory equipment and analysers
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).
