Locum Biomedical Scientist - Bacteriology - Central England

The role

This Band 6 Biomedical Scientist will perform routine and specialist Microbiology investigations in a Bacteriology laboratory. The role involves processing, analysing, and reporting microbiological samples while maintaining laboratory equipment and quality standards.

What you will do

• Perform a range of routine and specialist Microbiology investigations within a Bacteriology laboratory.
• Process, analyse, interpret, and report microbiological samples in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment while ensuring quality standards are consistently met.
• Participate in the day-to-day running of the laboratory and support efficient workflow management.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with UKAS, ISO 15189, and laboratory quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support patient care and service delivery.
• Adhere to all health and safety, infection prevention, and laboratory governance policies.

Required qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Previous experience working as a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist in a UK Microbiology laboratory.
• Strong Bacteriology knowledge and practical laboratory experience.
• Ability to work independently within a busy diagnostic environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Nice to have

• Experience using laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Experience working within an NHS laboratory setting.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and accreditation requirements.

Before you apply

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