Band 5/6 Biomedical Scientist- Microbiology

2 months ago


Taunton, United Kingdom Integrated Pathology Partnerships Limited Full time

Job summary

Our Bacteriology team operates a 24/7 serviceworking predominantly at the Hub Laboratory, Lisieux Way, Taunton.

You will havethe opportunity to work in alaboratory which takes a leading technological approach with state-of-the-art 3rdGeneration Kiestra TMT system, Bruker MALDI-ToF and Phoenix M50 AST. The department supports testing for the local NHStrust and primary care providers.

Our team at SPS have been fundamental to theprinciple of making a positive difference to healthcare in Somerset for over adecade. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC approvedtraining Laboratory for both IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolios.

At SPS (a member of the Synlab group oflaboratories), we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring ouremployees are supported both professionally and personally. We offer aWellbeing Allowance worth up to £1500 per annum for our esteemed team membersworking in Band 2 - 6 roles.

In addition to a competitive pay structure, weoffer a joining bonus of up to £5,000 and access to SYNLAB benefits scheme.

SPS maintains a comprehensive training budgetdesigned to support the career development of all staff members. This investment ensures that employees haveaccess to the necessary resources and opportunities to enhance their skills andknowledge and advance their professional growth.

Main duties of the job

As a BiomedicalScientist within the Bacteriology team, you will perform and interpret routineand specialist testing providing patient centred scientific excellence whilstmaintaining high quality standards in accordance with ISO15189.

You will supervise,mentor and support other Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Biomedical Scientists,Associate Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants within yourdepartment, sharing your knowledge, experience and passion for your work.

As a registeredBiomedical Scientist, you will have the responsibility of maintaining fitnessto practice and participate actively in CPD.SPS will commit to support you in developing your skills and knowledgein line with your professional growth and our business interests.

Mostimportantly, through our shared values, you will help to make a positivedifference to the lives, health and wellbeing of those within our communitythat we serve.

SPS are committed to supportdedicated and engaged Band 5 applicants looking to complete a Specialist Portfolio. SPS offer automatic progression to Band 6upon successful completion of the Specialist portfolio.

About us

SYNLAB UK& Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational healthproviders and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.

Webelieve our staff are vital to the principle of making a positive difference tohealthcare provision. We promote a culture of continuous personal developmentwhere scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skillsand build their careers through learning and development opportunities,coaching and clear career pathways.

Wepromote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models andfacilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholderstransparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.

We reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received asufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but donot hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume thatyou have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK& Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does notunlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected byapplicable UK employment law.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new tests and research & validation of equipment ensuring at all times compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices.

To provide technical advice to clinical staff.

To perform and interpret routine and specialist Biomedical investigations and to participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of senior staff.

Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies andlocal management, including; Clinical Pathology Accreditation (CPA) Southwest Pathology Service policies and SOPs MHRA NHSCSP HTA HFEA Any other body in area of responsibility

Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory, document review, non-conformance review and quality assurance processes.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.

Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.

Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity at all times, whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff where appropriate. Matters being communicated may include complex information and/or results.

Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by Laboratory senior staff.

As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior staff, responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities.

Encourage active participation in continuous professional development and support the introduction of new technologies and / or systems by being a change advocate.

Report all incidents and adverse events to senior staff.

Demonstrate on going competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.Safety: To observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other courses as required.

To assist in the investigations of any incidents.

Participate in risk assessment monitoring.

To ensure that the equipment within area of work is maintained and operated as per SOPs.

To comply with iPP policy for annual mandatory updates and have knowledge of COSHH and Lifting and Handling Policies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

HPC State Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with a Biomedical degree or equivalent and evidence of CPD.

Experience

Essential

Greater than 2 years post HCPC registration with experience of working in a busy clinical bacteriology department at post graduate level. Experience working with Kiestra, MALDI-ToF, Phoenix and BacTec automated testing platforms
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