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Job Overview
The Bacteriology department has an exciting vacancy for a Biomedical Scientist, Band 5 or 6, dependent upon previous experience. To be eligible for the role at Band 6 level, you must have completed the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Microbiology, or have equivalent experience working in Bacteriology.
The post holder will work as part of a team under the direction of Senior Staff to provide routine and specialist diagnostic laboratory service in Microbiology in accordance with national and professional standards.
The post holder will work on a rotational basis in all sections of the laboratory.
The post holder will participate in the training, development and supervision of new members of BMS staff, Associate Practitioners, Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLA), medical staff and other healthcare professionals within the department.
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Main duties of the job
* To receive, document and process samples submitted to the department in accordance with laboratory policies and protocols.
* To examine and report on microscopic preparations and cultures of patient samples and decide upon further tests required to identify any organisms isolated. To perform antibiotic susceptibility tests on significant pathogens for guidance of patient treatment.
* Process screening samples e.g. MRSA and C. difficile for the Trust Infection Control Team.
* Interpret, technically validate and report on all routine tests.
* To process antibiotic assays, enabling guidance to be given to requesters on effective dosing.
* To work in rotation in any area of the department.
* To work in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures.
* To take responsibility for organising their own area of work.
* To telephone important results to an appropriate person when necessary.
* To participate in record keeping processes.
* To enter and retrieve patient / laboratory data from the department’s IT system.
* To maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out.
* To prepare and maintain adequate supplies of reagents and consumables.
* To ensure the efficient and safe use of consumables.
* To be responsible for the day to day maintenance and cleanliness of the equipment.
* To participate in internal and external quality control procedures.
* To participate in quality assurance procedures, including maintenance records and corrective actions.
Working for our organisation
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from
our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of
excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide
exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We commit to treating each patient as an individual with respect and dignity, aiming to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and a first-class
Experience For Everyone Who Uses Our Services.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team
that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
The Bacteriology Laboratory in Bristol forms part of Infection Sciences and is situated within the purpose-built Pathology Sciences Building at
Southmead Hospital, North Bristol Trust. A second small laboratory is situated within the Royal United Hospital in Bath. In total, the Laboratory undertakes approximately 1.4 million tests per annum and overall employs 200 highly motivated and dedicated staff.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
Please see above and Job Description attached.
Please note the above is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. You will carry out other duties as may
reasonably be required by the organisation.
The job description and person specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation.
Person specification
Education/Training/Qualifications
Essential criteria
* BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
* HCPC Registration as a Biomedical Scientist
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
* IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Bacteriology or equivalent
Desirable criteria
* Fellowship of IBMS
Work Experience
Essential criteria
* Broad and recent postgraduate experience in Bacteriology
* Knowledge of H&S legislation applicable to laboratories
* Knowledge of routine and specialist diagnostic bacteriology
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
* Good IT skills
* Good organisational skills
* Technically competent in a wide range of bacteriological procedures
* Good interpretive skills at bench level
* Good understanding of practical and theoretical diagnostic bacteriology
* Good communication skills (written and verbal)
* Ability to work accurately
Desirable criteria
* Experience of staff training
* Ability to use specialist laboratory equipment
* Highly developed co-ordination skills
Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances
Essential criteria
* Effective team worker
* Commitment to personal development
* Able to show initiative
* Able to work with body fluids and tissues
Desirable criteria
* Able to assist in monitoring the training and wellbeing of junior members of staff
If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.
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North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
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