Job summary
We are seeking a Biomedical Scientist to join the Microbiology department at Bedford Hospital. The laboratory is equipped with a variety of equipment including the BioMerieux BacT/Alert Virtuo, BD MGIT, Hologic Panther, DS2, the BioMerieux Vidas and Biofire, Roche Cobas 6800, Cepheid GeneXpert and Maldi-TOF.
The laboratory has merged with the Luton Microbiology department and delivers a range of investigations to Bedford Hospital, Luton and Dunstable Hospital and the surrounding GPs. The department is UKAS accredited to ISO 15189:2012 and is an IBMS approved training laboratory.
You will work as part of the Microbiology team to provide a high level of microbiological analysis to provide patients with the highest level of diagnosis and treatment.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work as a Biomedical Scientists performing a range of microbiological techniques to assist in the clinical diagnosis of microbiological disease.
Following training the post holder would be expected to participate in the shift pattern which will including working weekends and bank holidays and on call. The department is moving towards 24/7 shift patterns.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
- To perform as a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist [BMS] assisting in the delivery of the department services.
- To assist the specialist BMS and laboratory senior BMS in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service, in conjunction the clinical lead of the department.
- To implement the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives.
- To contribute to the implementation of UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfil the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.
- To assist in the action plans required resolving nonconformities that are recorded by internal and/or external audits or complaints and to ensure the completion of corrective and preventative actions that have been identified.
- To follow the Standard Operating Procedures [SOP] for the department utilising the Document Management Module of the Q-Pulse system.
- Where appropriately assigned to assist in the delivery of training in conjunction with the departmental laboratory senior and training officer, providing one to one training and competency assessments in accordance with ISO 15189. This includes completion of the training and competency assessment documents and assisting in the gathering of evidence for staff.
- To comply with Policies and Procedures commensurate to role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
- To perform as a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist [BMS] assisting in the delivery of the department services.
- To assist the specialist BMS and laboratory senior BMS in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service, in conjunction the clinical lead of the department.
- To implement the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives.
- To contribute to the implementation of UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfil the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.
- To assist in the action plans required resolving nonconformities that are recorded by internal and/or external audits or complaints and to ensure the completion of corrective and preventative actions that have been identified.
- To follow the Standard Operating Procedures [SOP] for the department utilising the Document Management Module of the Q-Pulse system.
- Where appropriately assigned to assist in the delivery of training in conjunction with the departmental laboratory senior and training officer, providing one to one training and competency assessments in accordance with ISO 15189. This includes completion of the training and competency assessment documents and assisting in the gathering of evidence for staff.
- To comply with Policies and Procedures commensurate to role.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Microbiology
Desirable
- Knowledge of Molecular methods
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in Pathology Laboratory Environment
- Ability to work under own initiative
- Specialist knowledge of Microbiology (Bacteriology and Virology)
Desirable
- Experience within Microbiology
- Experience using LIMS (Winpath)
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
- HCPC State registration
Desirable
- Specialist portfolio in Medical Microbiology
Skills
Essential
- Excellent inter-personal skills
- Ability to utilise evaluation tools
- Drive and determination
- Able to tolerate frequent exposure to highly unpleasant substances and infectious substances
Desirable
- Flexible in approach and working relationships
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Microbiology
Desirable
- Knowledge of Molecular methods
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in Pathology Laboratory Environment
- Ability to work under own initiative
- Specialist knowledge of Microbiology (Bacteriology and Virology)
Desirable
- Experience within Microbiology
- Experience using LIMS (Winpath)
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent
- HCPC State registration
Desirable
- Specialist portfolio in Medical Microbiology
Skills
Essential
- Excellent inter-personal skills
- Ability to utilise evaluation tools
- Drive and determination
- Able to tolerate frequent exposure to highly unpleasant substances and infectious substances
Desirable
- Flexible in approach and working relationships
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).
