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The Job
NHS Fife Microbiology and Infection Control Department in Kirkcaldy, has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist who is highly motivated, experienced and qualified in diagnostic microbiology. This is a permanent substantive post.
The Department
The department offers a full UKAS accredited scope of both microbiology and virology and has an extensive repertoire of molecular diagnostics. We work closely with all laboratory service disciplines (including POCT). The department has integrated the pre-analytical processes with Blood Sciences and works closely with neighbouring Health Boards in Tayside to the North and Lothian to the South
Your base will be the in the North Laboratory on the Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy site. You must be HCPC registered and be able to demonstrate ongoing CPD
The Role
You will provide direct supervision and management of Biomedical Scientists and Clinical Support Workers, and be responsible for the daily operation of specialist and/or automated sections of the laboratory. You will work individually as well as part of a team to analyse and validate a broad range of specialist and routine laboratory diagnostic investigations, using a range of automated systems and technical procedures.
The role requires interaction with users and with visitors to the department, involving training and supervision of placement students.
The Requirements
It is essential that you have a relevant Master of Science degree or demonstrable equivalent level of knowledge with current HCPC registration and significant post registration experience in Microbiology. Additional Virology experience would be an advantage. The successful candidate will have a contractual commitment to participate in shift working
Consideration will be given to candidates who have completed the Masters of Science Degree but have not been awarded the degree provided they have a letter of award from the supporting University prior to the agreed start date.
NHS Fife encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
You will be able to bring a dynamic and enthusiastic approach to the role, and will have proven knowledge and skills in Medical Microbiology
You will be expected to undertake the lead in additional roles from the following examples, IT Specialist, Virology/Serology, traditional/molecular Microbiology, and deputise in others from the following examples; Health and Safety, Quality, Training, Specimen Reception supervision, Stock and Equipment management, POCT liaison.
You will be required to deputise for BMS Managers as required.
You will be joining a committed team that is passionate about taking the service forward. We will support you in developing your skills in order that you realise your full potential. We play to the strengths of individuals, therefore if you are a motivated team player with the ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and would like to work as a key member of a busy team, then we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact BMS Professional Manager (Quality and Training) by e-mail mairiead.maclennan@nhs.scot or on 01592 648157 .
The Area
The Kingdom of Fife lies between the Firth of Tay and the Firth of Forth with the third largest local authority area by populations of just under 367,000 residents. Over a third of whom live in the 3 principal towns of Dunfermline Kirkcaldy and Glenrothes.
The historic town of St Andrews is located in the North East coast of Fife, with excellent range of golf courses across the county. With easy access to the coast there are an excellent range of water sports and activities available. There are excellent Swimming and Leisure facilities in Kirkcaldy, Glenrothes, Leven, excellent hiking and walking opportunities throughout the county.
There are excellent public transport links throughout the county, with easy road and rail links to Glasgow, Edinburgh Perth and Inverness, making Fife an excellent centre from which to explore Scotland.
If glorious natural beauty thriving history fantastic commuter links and affordable housing sound appealing with a dynamic forward thinking laboratory and then Fife might just be for you.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.