Biomedical Scientist Mircrobiology

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust to join the Microbiology Department at
Stoke Mandeville Hospital. You will be responsible for performing specialist
microbiology and serology investigations in accordance with departmental
procedures, professional standards, and established laboratory protocols to
ensure an efficient and effective diagnostic service. You will be managing and
supporting laboratory activities, communicating with clinical and laboratory
staff, GPs, nursing teams, and other colleagues to support the smooth running
of the department. You will also be expected to take on team leadership
responsibilities during weekends and bank holidays, working under the overall
direction of the Lead and Senior Biomedical Scientists. The role is 37.5 hours
per week within a 24-hour laboratory service, requiring participation in the
shift rota, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays, following a suitable
orientation period.Main duties of the jobAs a
Biomedical Scientist Microbiology, you will be responsible for ensuring the
accuracy and reliability of test results within your designated work section,
maintaining quality standards and complying with relevant departmental
policies. You will be managing the communication of unusual and abnormal
findings to appropriate colleagues and providing technical advice to external
clients regarding test results and the appropriate use of laboratory services.
You will be supporting effective information sharing by attending staff
meetings, sharing relevant updates with colleagues, and using information
technology appropriately. You will also be responsible for safeguarding
confidential patient information, maintaining accurate and complete work
records, following departmental procedures for telephone enquiries and message
handling, and escalating any issues or complaints to the appropriate person.
Additionally, you will be actively participating in at least one departmental
group, such as Quality, Health and Safety, Training, or Equipment Key User,
contributing to the maintenance and improvement of departmental standards and
practices.About usHere at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challengesWork-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leaveOpportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you wantDetailsDate posted02 November 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary
22.99 an hour

ContractBankWorking pattern

Full-time,

Part-time,

Flexible working

Reference numberM0042-92067Job locationsBuckinghamshire Healthcare Nhs TrustMandeville RoadAYLESBURYBuckinghamshireHP21 8ALUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo
assess personal knowledge, skills, and development needs relevant to the post,
taking responsibility for continuous professional development (CPD),
maintaining up-to-date development records, and actively participating in the
annual appraisal process to support professional growth.To apply
specialist expertise in the induction, mentoring, and practical training of
colleagues, acting as a nominated training coordinator where appropriate, and
evaluating learning activities to identify their effectiveness and recommend
improvements to future training.To
identify and assess potential hazards associated with laboratory activities,
implement appropriate risk-management measures, and respond promptly to
emergencies by obtaining assistance when necessary. You will also be
responsible for recognising risks to workplace security and specimen integrity
and recommending appropriate corrective actions.To
critically evaluate existing laboratory procedures and contribute suggestions
for service development, discussing proposed changes with colleagues,
implementing agreed improvements within specified timescales, and helping team
members understand and adapt to revised working practices.To
undertake biomedical investigations by selecting suitable methods according to
departmental protocols, verifying specimen identity and suitability, and
processing samples according to their urgency and risk. You will be responsible
for applying appropriate quality-control criteria, interpreting findings,
generating laboratory reports, operating equipment competently, and disposing
of specimens in accordance with established protocols.To
uphold professional standards by complying with relevant legislation, Trust
policies, financial instructions, professional codes of conduct, and
information governance requirements. You will also be responsible for promoting
equality, diversity, and respectful treatment, ensuring accurate data
processing and secure information storage, using resources efficiently, and
participating in rostered unsocial hours and bank holiday working following the
required orientation period., Job responsibilitiesTo
assess personal knowledge, skills, and development needs relevant to the post,
taking responsibility for continuous professional development (CPD),
maintaining up-to-date development records, and actively participating in the
annual appraisal process to support professional growth.To apply
specialist expertise in the induction, mentoring, and practical training of
colleagues, acting as a nominated training coordinator where appropriate, and
evaluating learning activities to identify their effectiveness and recommend
improvements to future training.To
identify and assess potential hazards associated with laboratory activities,
implement appropriate risk-management measures, and respond promptly to
emergencies by obtaining assistance when necessary. You will also be
responsible for recognising risks to workplace security and specimen integrity
and recommending appropriate corrective actions.To
critically evaluate existing laboratory procedures and contribute suggestions
for service development, discussing proposed changes with colleagues,
implementing agreed improvements within specified timescales, and helping team
members understand and adapt to revised working practices.To
undertake biomedical investigations by selecting suitable methods according to
departmental protocols, verifying specimen identity and suitability, and
processing samples according to their urgency and risk. You will be responsible
for applying appropriate quality-control criteria, interpreting findings,
generating laboratory reports, operating equipment competently, and disposing
of specimens in accordance with established protocols.To
uphold professional standards by complying with relevant legislation, Trust
policies, financial instructions, professional codes of conduct, and
information governance requirements. You will also be responsible for promoting
equality, diversity, and respectful treatment, ensuring accurate data
processing and secure information storage, using resources efficiently, and
participating in rostered unsocial hours and bank holiday working following the
required orientation period.Person Specification, Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameNHS Professionals LimitedAddressBuckinghamshire Healthcare Nhs TrustMandeville RoadAYLESBURYBuckinghamshireHP21 8ALUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameNHS Professionals LimitedAddressBuckinghamshire Healthcare Nhs TrustMandeville RoadAYLESBURYBuckinghamshireHP21 8ALUnited KingdomEmployer's website

EssentialHCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist.Biomedical Science degree or equivalent qualification.Relevant IBMS Specialist Portfolio or equivalent.Strong post-registration diagnostic pathology laboratory experience.Experience in bacteriological culture, sensitivity interpretation, standard diagnostic methods, and CPD participation., EssentialHCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist.Biomedical Science degree or equivalent qualification.Relevant IBMS Specialist Portfolio or equivalent.Strong post-registration diagnostic pathology laboratory experience.Experience in bacteriological culture, sensitivity interpretation, standard diagnostic methods, and CPD participation.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see