Band 6

1 week ago

Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom Pulse Healthcare Full time £3,000 - £35,000 per year

Job Title: Microbiology Biomedical Scientist 
Banding: Band 6 
Location: Guildford, Surrey  
Start date: ASAP 
Duration: Ongoing 
Rate: £25 - £35 per month  
Working hours: Full-time

An excellent opportunity has become available for a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist specialising in Microbiology to join a well-established laboratory team in Guildford. This role is ideal for a skilled and motivated professional with experience in general bacteriology, looking to contribute to high-quality diagnostic services in a busy NHS setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting infection diagnosis and antimicrobial stewardship through accurate and timely laboratory analysis.

 What will your responsibilities be:

The postholder will be responsible for performing a range of microbiological investigations, including plate reading, microscopy, and interpretation of results in line with EUCAST antibiotic guidelines. Duties include processing clinical specimens, maintaining quality control procedures, and ensuring compliance with laboratory standards. Collaboration with clinical teams is essential to support effective patient management and infection control. The role also involves contributing to the continuous improvement of laboratory services and training junior staff when required.

Qualifications and Experiences:

  • HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
  • BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science or equivalent
  • Proven experience in microbiology, particularly general bacteriology
  • Proficiency in EUCAST antibiotic susceptibility testing
  • Skilled in plate reading and microscopy techniques
  • Familiarity with laboratory information systems and quality standards
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and within a team in a fast-paced environment

How to apply?

If you feel your expertise is suited to this role, please apply today and our specialist team will be in touch to discuss it with you in more detail. 

Why work with Pulse? 

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you'll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. 

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you'll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won't find anywhere else. 

We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource. 

Reasonable Adjustments: 

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement. 

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List. 

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