Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Job summary

Department of Microbiology, Virology and Infection Prevention ControlSpecialist Biomedical Scientist in Virology Band 6

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic HCPC-registeredBiomedical Scientist in Virology that has completed the IBMS SpecialistDiploma in Virology.Candidates are expected to posess a sound understanding of diagnosticVirology and expected to have experience in an NHS diagnostic Virologylaboratory. The successful candidate will be required to participate in weekend working and late shiftsThe department provides an extensive range of investigations to support the specialist patient population of this tertiary referral paediatric hospital, and also provides a specialist service to other hospitals. This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a very experienced and dedicated team to gain extra skills and knowledge of paediatric microbiology.This is a vibrant, progressive, well equipped, and a ISO15189 accreditedlaboratory.

Main duties of the job

• To select and perform appropriate laboratory investigations on patient samples as requested by the clinical services or determined by a review of clinical details.
• Take responsibility for the quality and accuracy of the results produced.
• Enter and validate laboratory results produced by themselves or other laboratory staff members.
• To validate ,authorise and report results of investigations, to interpret results to assist diagnosis
• To ensure that all results are reported within agreed turnaround time
• To report and discuss all quality and other issues with senior members of staff.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.