Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist Microbiology to join a busy NHS laboratory in London. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a high-performing microbiology department processing a large volume of routine diagnostic samples.

• Processing high volumes of routine microbiology specimens.
• Culture, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
• Reading and interpreting routine culture plates.
• Routine bacteriology and associated microbiological investigations.
• Working within ISO 15189/UKAS (or equivalent) accredited laboratory standards.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround times in a busy diagnostic laboratory., Processing high volumes of routine microbiology specimens.
• Culture, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
• Reading and interpreting routine culture plates.
• Routine bacteriology and associated microbiological investigations.
• Working within ISO 15189/UKAS (or equivalent) accredited laboratory standards.
• Maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and turnaround times in a busy diagnostic laboratory.
Essential Requirements
• HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist
• Specialist Portfolio must be completed
• BSc (Hons) Degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• A minimum of 4 years' post-registration/postgraduate experience working exclusively within a routine Microbiology laboratory.
• Previous experience in a high-volume hospital laboratory, such as an NHS, government, university teaching, or tertiary referral hospital or large Private laboratories based in the UK
• Confident working independently across all areas of routine microbiology., BSc (Hons) Degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist, A minimum of 4 years' post-registration/postgraduate experience working exclusively within a routine Microbiology laboratory.
• Previous experience in a high-volume hospital laboratory, such as an NHS, government, university teaching, or tertiary referral hospital or large Private laboratories based in the UK
  
  Competitive Band 6 salary in line with Agenda for Change pay scales.
• A permanent position based in London.
• Visa sponsorship TRANSFER available for suitably qualified UK based Biomedical Scientist currently working in UK as band 6
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive team environment within a leading Microbiology department., Evening and Nights shifts
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