Biomedical Scientist Team Manager - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Reed Talent Solutions

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist Team Manager who will be responsible for Supervising bench work of a team within the laboratory in processing of microbiological specimens and related tasks including isolation, identification, interpretationand reporting of results in accordance with agreed polices and standard operating procedures.


Job description Job responsibilities:


  • Advising staff regarding technical difficulties.
  • Participating in implementing and suggesting changes to work practices and procedures.
  • Selection of appropriate test profiles for samples received according to agreed protocols.
  • Analysis of cultures, determination of antibiotic susceptibility and biomedical identification of microorganisms
  • Performance of immunological and other assays to investigate microbial infection and management of therapeutic agents.
  • Screening and interpreting test results (including those from regional specialties within the hospitals served) and communicating findings to senior colleagues and medical microbiology staff.
  • Technical validation of reports for clinical authorisation
  • Under strict protocols authorisation of reports for release to other departments, wards, general practitioners, and other customers.
  • Participating in provision of out of hours oncall service (lone working).
  • Participating in Senior BMS rotation through all sections of the department.

Person Specification Experience Essential:


  • FIBMS or equivalent
  • Maintains professional competence in biomedical sciences.
  • Understands quality assurance principles and procedures.
  • Knows and understands laboratory safety requirements and procedures.
  • Relevant experience of working in a microbiology laboratory
  • Registered to HCPC

Desirable:


  • Relevant management training and qualification to certification level
  • CPD registration and certification
  • Evidence of using technical experience to assess new and existing systems and initiate change in laboratory practice.
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