Job summary We are seeking a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with relevant experience in diagnostic Microbiology, to join the Public Health Wales Microbiology Service based at Glan Clwyd Hospital.Public Health Wales Microbiology North Wales has a central (hub) laboratory within a new pathology build at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd (Bodelwyddan) and has acute service spoke laboratories at Ysbyty Gwynedd (Bangor) and Ysbyty Maelor (Wrexham).
This post will primarily be based at Glan Clwyd Hospital (Rhyl) but the post holder will be required to support the other laboratories when necessary.
North Wales Microbiology provides a wide range of diagnostic services to hospitals, clinics and general practitioners across North Wales.
The laboratory provides diagnostic bacteriology, viral serology, benefits from Kiestra Automation and a range of molecular platforms.
The laboratory is ISO 15189 accredited and approved for training purposes.
Main duties of the job Applicantswillneed to beeducated to Masters level or possess a higher specialist diploma.
Candidateswill need to be able to demonstratewell developed interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to lead and support individual and team working.
The successfulcandidate will supervisea defined section of the laboratory, undertake aspects of diagnostic laboratory workand supporttheOperational Manager to take forward key serviceand workforce objectives.The laboratory operates a 7 day, 24 hr service and working patterns will includeshifts coveringcore days, evenings and weekends on arotational basis.North Wales benefits from easy access to coast, mountains and proximity to Liverpool, Chester andall that city life has to offer - so walkers, climbers, cyclists, sailors, shoppers and nightlife seekers are all catered for - the best of all worlds.
North Wales also has affordable housing and good public transport and road links across Wales to England and further afield - with Ireland also only a short boat trip away.Informal visits are actively encouraged, come see the laboratory andmeet the team.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post but not essential; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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Person Specification Qualifications Essential Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent acceptable to HCPC for registration Fellow of the IBMS, Masters in Science or equivalent post degree qualifications or equivalent relevant experience Evidence of registration with the Health Care Professions Council Desirable Relevant management qualification (DMS/CHSM or equivalent) Experience Essential History of working in Diagnostic Microbiology Evidence of supervisory management experience work and people Desirable Evidence of staff rostering /appraisal /performance management Personal Skills /Capability Essential Evidence of technical capabilities (Personal Portfolio/Continual Professional Development/Competence record)