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Band 5 Biomedical Scientist – Microbiology

Pulse

Derby

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing laboratory services at a busy NHS hospital. This position offers the opportunity to work with experienced professionals, conduct vital testing, and support the development of junior staff. With practical relocation assistance and dedicated consultants to guide you, this role is perfect for those looking to make a real impact in the healthcare field. If you are passionate about microbiology and eager to contribute to patient care, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

Benefits

Practical assistance with relocation
Dedicated consultants
Guidance on CV and interview techniques
Choice of payment options
Support with professional body registration

Qualifications

  • HCPC registration and IBMS diploma in Medical Microbiology required.
  • Experience in NHS laboratory at band 5 level is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Microbiology service by reading cultures and identifying pathogens.
  • Assist senior biomedical scientists and guide junior staff.

Skills

Microbiology
Culture Reading
Pathogen Identification
Susceptibility Testing
Team Collaboration

Education

HCPC Registration
IBMS Specialist Diploma in Medical Microbiology

Tools

Laboratory Equipment
NHS Laboratory Systems

Job description

Band 5 Biomedical Scientist – Microbiology

Reference: 20662

Date posted: 09.07.2024

The Biomedical Science team at Pulse are currently recruiting for Band 5 Biomedical Scientist in to work in a busy NHS Hospital in Derby. We are looking for a Biomedical Scientist who can make a real difference in supporting the laboratory’s Microbiology service.

What will you be doing in this Biomedical Scientist role?
As a Biomedical Scientist in Microbiology, you will also have experience reading cultures, identifying significant pathogens and performing susceptibility testing. You will also be supporting the senior biomedical scientists in the delivery of the service and providing guidance to junior members of staff.

The benefits of this position are:

  • Practical assistance with relocation, accommodation and DBS/CRB checks
  • Dedicated and experienced consultants who fully understand your specialist field
  • Dedicated payroll consultant to ensure prompt payment
  • Guidance and advice on CV and interview techniques
  • Practical assistance with professional body registration
  • A choice of PAYE, umbrella or LTD company payments

Essential Requirements for this Biomedical Scientist position:

  • HCPC registration
  • IBMS Specialist diploma in Medical Microbiology/or equivalent
  • NHS laboratory experience at a band 5 level

Why work with Pulse?

  • Knowledgeable, dedicated and vastly experienced Biomedical Science Team with longstanding professional relationships with multiple clients
  • Access to exclusive vacancies through our numerous Master Vendor trusts across the country
  • Vacancies outside of NHS Rate caps with our private sector agreements
  • Access to International roles outside of England and the United Kingdom
  • Collaboration on exclusive Laboratory projects with the wider Acacium Group as a whole

What are the next steps?
If the role sounds like the perfect fit for you, please apply now. If you are interested in registering with us, would like to know more about this position or simply discuss any other opportunities we have, we would love to hear from you. Feel free to contact us directly for a chat on 0207 749 8282.

About Pulse
The minute you register with us we make it about one thing: you. Our expert recruitment consultants are here to find you the very best opportunities and help you every step of the way in securing the greatest placement. We hold preferred or sole supplier status with many clients which means you’ll have access to a range of opportunities that can’t be found anywhere else.

Pulse is proud to be an equitable, diverse, and inclusive employer. If you require any reasonable adjustment or support during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

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