Job summary
- Main area
- Microbiology
- Grade
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (7 day working including on-call, weekends and Public Holidays)
- Job ref
- 028-HS065-0525
- Employer
- Public Health Wales NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Glangwili General Hospital
- Town
- Carmarthen
- Salary
- £37,898 - £45,637 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 18/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Specialist Biomedical Scientist
Band 6
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Applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. To support our all Wales service, we particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12.60 per hour - £24,638 per annum.
This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2025/26 is confirmed.
Job overview
It is an exciting time to be joining Public Health Wales Microbiology as we have dramatically expanded our workforce and the way Microbiology services are delivered. Public Health Wales Microbiology consists of a network of laboratories currently based at multiple sites across Wales.
An opportunity has arisen to join our Bacteriology Team at Carmarthen Hospital. You will have the chance to be at the forefront of Microbiology in Wales following significant investment in new technology and staff. We aim to provide a responsive, modern, rapid diagnostic service for the people of Wales using state of the art equipment.
To demonstrate our commitment and dedication of our staff we offer automatic progression to Band 6 on the successful completion of their IBMS Specialist Diploma (Medical Microbiology /Bacteriology) with 100% compliance of statutory and mandatory training and relevant competency documents.
The successful post holders will be fully supported, with full training given from our training team. You will be encouraged to develop and opportunities will be given to enhance your career.
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 an ability to support individual and team working. Being flexible, self-motivated and with good practical skills will be fundamental to your role. You will use your knowledge and skills as a Biomedical Scientist to contribute to a robust and fully operational system within the department. 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.
Our team offers a varied, challenging and rewarding work environment, with the opportunity to be at the forefront of Microbiology in Wales.
Working for our organisation
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.
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 which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with Health and Care professions council (HCPC).
- Advanced understanding gained through attaining IBMS Specialist Diploma in Medical Microbiology/Virology or equivalent qualification.
- In depth specialised knowledge and understanding of operating procedures and techniques in diagnostic microbiology.
- Understands and can apply the principles of Quality Assurance systems.
Desirable criteria
- Previous participation in out of hours service.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates experience in an HCPC approved Microbiology Laboratory and molecular techniques.
- Understands, can perform and teach all aspects of routine diagnostic Microbiology.
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Ability to make complex analytical judgements in problem solving. Ability to recognise and deal with problems instigate corrective action.
- Self- motivated with a willingness to learn.
- Ability to work reliably, effectively and efficiently using own initiative.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels both orally and in writing.
- Ability to develop self and others.
- Maintains a professional demeanour and approach even in stressful or difficult situations.
- Prepared to work flexibly throughout the laboratory, and across PHW sites, if required. The post holder will support the out of -hours service provided by the laboratory. This includes weekend and extended day working as part of the working week and the out of hours on call service.
Desirable criteria
- Keen to demonstrate good personal performance.
- Ability to speak Welsh/willingness to learn
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kathryn Williams
- Job title
- Senior Biomedical scientist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01267 227502
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