Biomedical Scientist Microbiology Band 5- Bms

1 week ago


Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Atlantis Medical Full time
My client in
Plymouth is looking for an experienced
Band 5 Microbiology Biomedical Scientist for a locum contract.

Job Role:

  • To be prepared to train in the use of new and emerging techniques and procedures, eg. molecular
  • The post holder will demonstrate the high level of skill to perform complex manual, semiautomated and automated analytical techniques as applicable, meeting turnaround times with prompt reporting of results used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
  • The post holder will be required to provide complex information relating to test results, which may be sensitive in nature.
  • Will be aware of the clinical significance of results produced and using this knowledge to perform appropriate supplementary tests/investigations relevant to providing a complete report to requesting clinicians.
  • To prioritise work and perform urgent analyses, reporting results promptly to requesting clinicians as appropriate.
  • Identify abnormal or unexpected results and ensure prompt reporting, follow up and referral to medical staff, and to other reporting bodies, as required.
  • Following protocols, request additional tests or samples to aid in the diagnosis or treatment of disease.
  • Answer telephone enquiries regarding results and other general laboratory issues e.g. giving advice on the correct conditions and sample type for a particular test request.
  • To operate analytical equipment within your section, within your discipline and within the department, some of which will be highly complex and require specialist training.
  • To be aware of faults and problems that may occur in the daytoday use of analysers and expensive automated equipment e.g. multichannel analysers.
  • To participate in the training of Trainee Biomedical Scientists and new staff.
  • To assist senior staff in the supervision of Trainee Biomedical Scientists and Assistant Technical Officers.
  • To assist in audit carried out by the Quality Manager, internal and external agencies.
  • As part of a team, contribute to the continuous improvement program of the Pathology service.
  • Participate in clinical trials or any research & development undertaken by the department, including sample preparation, analysis and collating data as necessary.

Qualifications and Experience required:
-
HCPC registered as a BMS:

  • Ability to demonstrate appropriate competency through work experience in a Clinical Microbiology laboratory
  • Proven knowledge of all H&S issues, relating to the laboratory and described in the departmental H&S manual.
  • An understanding of the meaning of results to enable authorisation and appropriate action in dealing with abnormal or unusual results
  • Ability to fulfil the Occupational Health Dept. requirements for working specifically in a Microbiology laboratory.
  • Required to work in an area of biological risk, frequently exposed to biological and chemical hazards and with the requirement to remove unpleasant bodily fluids, eg. urine, faeces, sputum etc. from their containers for analysis.
  • Be prepared to work a duty shift up to 22.00 hrs on weekdays as well as one in four weekends, depending on staffing levels and If required to do so, to work a contracted week that may include working a full day on Saturdays and/or Sundays and/or Bank Holidays,be prepared to participate in 24/7 work and to participate in oncall service.
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