We are seeking two experienced Biomedical Scientists to join the microbiology team based at Singleton Hospital. Candidates will need to be enthusiastic, well-motivated, and innovative, with good organisational and practical abilities supported by scientific knowledge. They should have well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to lead and support individual and team working.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited from candidates who are enthusiastic, well-motivated, and innovative, with good organisational and practical abilities supported by scientific knowledge. Candidates should possess well-developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to support individual and team working. Flexibility, self-motivation, and good practical skills are essential. You will use your knowledge and skills as a Biomedical Scientist to contribute to a robust and fully operational department system. You will assist in building a strong team and support the Senior Biomedical Scientists to enable continual improvements in the department and throughout the Microbiology Network. An understanding of good laboratory practice and ISO15189 quality management is desirable. The post holder will support the provision of a 24/7 service in accordance with a published rota.
The post holders will be Senior Biomedical Scientists in the Bacteriology department working with the network Quality or Training team, respectively. Our team offers a varied, challenging, and rewarding environment, with the opportunity to be at the forefront of Microbiology in Wales.
About us
We are Public Health Wales, the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales.
Our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services, and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research, and innovation in Wales. Public health has become increasingly important as we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, the cost-of-living crisis, and climate change challenges.
Our organisation is guided by our values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from diverse communities and those interested in part-time or job share roles.
To learn more about working for us and our benefits, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For application guidance, visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job responsibilities
A full job description and person specification are attached within the supporting documents or can be viewed by clicking 'Apply now' to see in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally encouraged to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* MSc Biomedical Sciences, relevant science specialism, or IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma.
* IBMS Specialist Diploma in Medical Microbiology, FIBMS, or equivalent experience.
* Evidence of HCPC registration.
* IBMS Certificate of Expert Practice in Quality or Training.
* Expert knowledge in Quality or Training.
Experience
* Post-registration experience in a UKAS-accredited Microbiology Laboratory.
* Experience with a wide range of practical Bacteriology techniques.
* Supervisory experience.
* Experience in staff training.
* Experience working to Quality standards.
* Understanding of Public Health Wales' role.
Skills
* Ability to perform and teach all aspects of routine diagnostic Bacteriology tests.
* Aptitude for managing people.
* Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
* Ability to accept and give instruction.
* Innovative, with the ability to offer constructive criticism and implement improvements.
* Empathy.
Disposition
* Enthusiastic about the profession.
* Clear thinker and articulate.
* Team player.
* Committed to personal performance.
Other
* Ability to speak Welsh.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Interim Head of Operations Bacteriology, Swansea
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