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In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. The post holder is required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, to join the Microbiology Department, University Hospital Crosshouse.
The Microbiology department is a UKAS accredited laboratory, which provides a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary Microbiology service to all hospitals, clinics, health centres and GP’s within NHS Ayrshire and Arran. The population served is approximately 380,000 and we currently perform over 350,000 investigations per year.
You must be HCPC registered and have completed the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Medical Microbiology (or equivalent experience). You will also have recent or current experience of working in a Microbiology clinical laboratory setting at Band 6 grade. Consideration will also be given to newly graduated applicants who are HCPC registered (such applicants would work at Registered BMS Band 5 level and progress to Band 6 on successful completion of the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Medical Microbiology).
Rotation through all sections of the laboratory will be required (CL3, Blood Cultures, General bench, Enteric, Mycology, Urines, Serology/Virology and Molecular).
After a short period of familiarisation, the post-holder will be required to work within the department’s seven day service and the out of hours service.
Hours: 37.5 on average per week working a contractual shift system and on-call service covering the 24hour period 7 days per week.
Participation in the Public Holiday rosters is required.
For more information, please contact Lisa Hunter, Microbiology Laboratory Manager, Tel 01563 827421.
Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
EU Settlement Scheme - EU, EEA or Swiss nationals are strongly encouraged to join the EU Settlement Scheme prior to 30th June 2021. As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.