We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Clinical Scientist to join our dynamic team for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to vital diagnostic services and infection control initiatives within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Secondment will be considered for internal candidates. If you are successful after the interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to support the delivery of high-quality clinical microbiology and infection control services. Under the guidance of senior clinical staff, the successful candidate will:
* Clinical Duties: Participate in clinical liaison, authorise laboratory reports, interpret results, attend MDTs and ward rounds, and support research and teaching activities.
* Technical and Supervisory Responsibilities: Maintain high standards of laboratory practice, oversee quality assurance processes, troubleshoot diagnostic assays, and contribute to the implementation of new technologies and procedures.
* Health and Safety Compliance: Adhere to all laboratory safety protocols, accurately report incidents, and ensure compliance with relevant health and safety standards.
* Laboratory IT and Data Management: Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in data handling, use laboratory information systems effectively, and support quality management documentation.
* Training and Development: Deliver and participate in structured training programmes, maintain professional competencies, and contribute to formal education sessions.
* Governance and Professional Conduct: Uphold trust-wide policies including confidentiality, safeguarding, equality and diversity, and risk management.
Participation in weekend and on-call duties is required.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching trusts in the UK. We pride ourselves on our high-quality patient care and modern facilities, and are recognized as a Pathway to Excellence organization.
Joining our team offers opportunities for professional development and involvement in innovative healthcare research. We are committed to diversity, equality, and human rights, fostering an environment of respect, dignity, and inclusion.
Additional Responsibilities
* Participate in clinical liaison, laboratory, and infection control activities under supervision, including authorisation of reports, liaising with clinicians, attending MDTs, and ward rounds.
* Interpret laboratory results, take appropriate actions, and communicate significant findings to clinical colleagues.
* Contribute to teaching, research, clinical audits, and departmental policy development.
* Report clinical incidents using DATIX.
Weekend working and on-call participation are required.
For further details, please see the attached job description.
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