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Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Microbiology

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Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Liverpool

AI generated summary

  • You should be an experienced Biomedical Scientist with a focus on Microbiology, ideally working towards a Specialist portfolio, providing services for diagnosing pediatric infectious diseases.
  • You will support laboratory organization, prioritize work, validate data, maintain equipment, review quality trends, train staff, develop services, conduct tests, and provide technical support.

Requirements

  • We are seeking an experienced, well motivated and suitably qualified Specialist Biomedical Scientist to work within the busy paediatric Microbiology department which runs a 24 hr service.
  • Consideration will be given to candidates who are working towards their Specialist portfolio.
  • The post holder will act as a Microbiology specialist, registered Biomedical Scientist who provides scientific services on patient samples as an aid to diagnosis of paediatric infectious disease.

Responsibilities

  • You will support the Senior Biomedical Scientists responsible for the day to day organisation of the laboratory.
  • You will prioritise work and re-direct staff accordingly, and your duties will include validating analytical data prior to reporting, standardising, operating and maintaining complex analytical equipment, and regularly reviewing internal quality control and external quality assurance data trends, taking action as appropriate.
  • You will write and review standard operating procedures, and train all grades of staff.
  • You will be directly involved in service development and modernisation.
  • The post holder will act as a Microbiology specialist, registered Biomedical Scientist who provides scientific services on patient samples as an aid to diagnosis of paediatric infectious disease.
  • They will perform a range of diagnostic tests and provide technical support to consultant Microbiologists, liaising with users of the Microbiology service.
  • Participation in the departments out of hours working arrangements; this includes approximately 25-35% of contracted hours spent working independently following broad operational policies and procedures.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of the Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology?

The main responsibilities include validating analytical data, standardizing and maintaining complex analytical equipment, reviewing quality control data trends, writing and reviewing standard operating procedures, training staff, and participating in service development and modernization.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

The position is full-time and includes participation in out-of-hours working arrangements.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates should be registered Biomedical Scientists with experience and suitable qualifications in Microbiology. Consideration will also be given to those working towards their Specialist portfolio.

How does the department support staff development?

The department has a proven track record of staff development in further education and actively encourages attendance at regional and national meetings.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who are good communicators and enjoy working as part of a Pathology wide team.

How much of the role involves working independently?

Approximately 25-35% of contracted hours will be spent working independently, following broad operational policies and procedures.

How can I get more information or arrange an informal visit?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Janine Jackman, Lead Biomedical Scientist Microbiology, at janine.jackman@alderhey.nhs.uk or call 0151 252 5267.

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Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

#AlderHeyFamily of over 4,000 colleagues who care for and treat over 450,000 children and young people each year.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1914
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Alder Hey Children's Hospital provides specialized healthcare services for children and young people, including emergency care, surgeries, and various treatments. Their mission is to deliver outstanding, patient-centered care that enhances the health and well-being of children. They focus on offering high-quality, compassionate, and innovative services to meet the unique needs of their young patients and their families.