Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology (Band 6)NHS

Job summary

Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology (Band 6)

Location: London, UK Salary: Band 6 (in line with current NHS Agenda for Change pay scales)

We are interested in those seeking one of more of the below working patterns;

• Nights full time
• Evening and Nights shifts
• Full 247 rota Inc Nights

Main duties of the job

Successful applicants will have practical experience in:

• Processing high volumes of routine microbiology specimens.
• Culture, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
• Reading and interpreting routine culture plates.
• Routine bacteriology and associated microbiological investigations.
• Working within ISO 15189/UKAS (or equivalent) accredited laboratory standards.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround times in a busy diagnostic laboratory.

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology to join a busy NHS laboratory in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-performing microbiology department processing a large volume of routine diagnostic samples.

Shifts available:

Nights full time

Evening and Nights shifts

Full 247 rota Inc Nights

Experience Required

Successful applicants will have practical experience in:

• Processing high volumes of routine microbiology specimens.
• Culture, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
• Reading and interpreting routine culture plates.
• Routine bacteriology and associated microbiological investigations.
• Working within ISO 15189/UKAS (or equivalent) accredited laboratory standards.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround times in a busy diagnostic laboratory.

Essential Requirements

• HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist
• Specialist Portfolio must be completed
• BSc (Hons) Degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• A minimum of 4 years' post-registration/postgraduate experience working exclusively within a routine Microbiology laboratory.
• Previous experience in a high-volume hospital laboratory, such as an NHS, government, university teaching, or tertiary referral hospital or large Private laboratories based in the UK
• Confident working independently across all areas of routine microbiology.

About us

What We Offer

• Competitive Band 6 salary in line with Agenda for Change pay scales.
• A permanent position based in London.
• Visa sponsorship TRANSFER available for suitably qualified UK based Biomedical Scientist currently working in UK as band 6
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive team environment within a leading Microbiology department.