Band 5/6 Biomedical Scientist
Band 5/6 Biomedical Scientist 6 months of NHS experience mandatory Grade/Band: 5/6 Location: St George's Hospital Start Date: 2 December 2024 End Date: 28 February 2025 Days/Time Required: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Pay Rates: £21 - £23 per hour Pay Mechanism: Direct Mechanism Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Biomedical Scientist with a focus on bacteriology to join our team at St George's Hospital. The role involves working with a range of laboratory equipment and performing critical tasks to support microbiology diagnostics. About Client: St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, located in Tooting, London. It operates St George's Hospital, a major teaching hospital offering a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, and specialist services. The trust is affiliated with St George's, University Hospitals Medical School and is a key provider of health services to South London. It is also involved in advanced medical research and education. Key Responsibilities: Perform bacteriology-related laboratory work, including using analysers and equipmentRead and interpret culture plates for identification of bacterial pathogensSet up and execute susceptibility tests to guide treatment decisionsMaintain accurate records of tests, results, and proceduresEnsure adherence to safety and quality control standardsCollaborate with other laboratory staff and clinical teams to ensure effective workflow Requirements: Proven experience in bacteriology and microbiology techniquesKnowledge of laboratory analysers and equipmentFamiliarity with reading and interpreting culture platesExperience in setting up and performing susceptibility testsStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a team
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