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Bank Biomedical Scientist - Microbiology | Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 02 October 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £29,970 - £36,483 Per annum, Pro Rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 01 November 2024 |
| Location: | Swindon, SN3 6BB |
| Company: | The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6689877/249-6689877 |
Summary
Bank Biomedical Scientist – Microbiology
This role is an integral part of the laboratory team, responsible for the diagnosis of infection and disease processes by the application of latest scientific knowledge, coupled with the most up to date scientific methods and use of traditional methods where required.
You will carry out, and interpret the results of, laboratory tests on biomedical samples that will aid clinical staff in the diagnoses of illness and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment. Further professional development will be expected, as the post holder works towards a Specialist Diploma in Medical Microbiology.
Join the Bank at the Great Western Hospital today to earn some extra pennies this winter withShort- and/or long-term assignments available with flexible working hours to suit your needs.
Our Trust Bank (Internal Temporary workforce) offer hours ‘as and when required’ or when you want to work however, please be advised thatavailability for roles vary depending on demand and no role is guaranteed.
As the successful candidate you will interpret clinical details and patient demographic data for the allocation of tests to samples and process biomedical samples using various techniques with a high degree of competency in accordance with standard operating procedures, providing accurate and timely appropriate results.
You will accurately interpret and report timely complex analytical results and authorise Microbiology reports according to laboratory policy and should be able to be able to make decisions regarding the quality of specimens and the validity of test data and ensure any anomalies / errors are reported to Senior BMS staff as soon as possible.
The post holder will use complex and technical laboratory equipment in the course of their duties including maintenance and troubleshooting of the equipment.
Our STAR values – Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect – are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.”
If you would like further information or would like to discuss our opportunities, please do not hesitate to get in touch with our dedicated temporary staffing team on 01793 604417, otherwise we look forward to hearing from you!
To be responsible for health and safety issues pertinent to diagnostic laboratory work, adhering to all Trust and laboratory employment Health and Safety policies and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations. To rotate (after suitable training and competency verification) through all sections of the Bacteriology department.
Please see attached full Job Description
This advert closes on Monday 14 Oct 2024
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