Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Infection Sciences
Sanctuary Personnel, a dedicated and award-winning recruitment agency with a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1,000 reviews, is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Infection Sciences to join a leading healthcare team in Jersey. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced biomedical scientist looking to make a significant impact in an innovative and supportive environment.
Why Jersey?
Imagine building your career in a place where your expertise truly makes a difference. Jersey offers a unique opportunity to work on a stunning island with a diverse range of clinical challenges, all while enjoying a great work-life balance. As a close-knit community, Jersey values the contributions of its professionals and fosters an environment that supports both personal and professional growth.
With a generous relocation package available for off-island candidates, this is your chance to thrive in a beautiful location, surrounded by a supportive team and a welcoming community.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Infection Sciences, you will be at the forefront of providing expert support in infection science diagnostics and treatments. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Specialist Laboratory Analysis: Perform and report on a range of advanced infection and molecular laboratory analyses to guide clinical diagnoses, treatment plans, and evaluation of therapeutic effectiveness.
- Prioritisation & Urgent Response: Use your expertise to prioritise urgent clinical needs and ensure quick turnaround times, contributing to infection control, safety programs, blood supply management, and hospital bed occupancy.
- Scientific Decision-Making: Take ownership of scientific decisions impacting patient care, working independently or leading a small team to report bacterial, viral, antimicrobial, antibody, and molecular testing results.
- Troubleshooting & Quality Control: Resolve technical issues with instrumentation and procedures, ensuring all laboratory work adheres to quality acceptance criteria.
- Lead Role in Management: Take the lead on specific areas such as IT systems, health and safety, audit, supplier management, or the introduction of new scientific techniques.
- Collaboration & Networking: Collaborate with colleagues at all levels, including off-island consultants, providing expert advice on techniques, guidelines, specimens, and examinations.
- Quality Assurance: Monitor internal and external quality assurance, participate in audits, and contribute to external accreditation to ensure high-quality, reliable lab results.
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- IBMS specialist diploma in medical microbiology or virology (or equivalent postgraduate qualification).
- BSc (Hons) in biomedical science, accredited by IBMS or equivalent.
- IBMS Certificate of Competence (or legacy equivalent).
- Registered with the HCPC and Jersey Care Commission as a biomedical scientist.
- At least 3 years of experience in a medical laboratory, including 2 years in the relevant specialty.
- Post-graduate diploma level knowledge in infection sciences and degree-level knowledge in biomedical science, including molecular genetics, blood science, and infection science.
- Experience as an autonomous practitioner in a specialist setting.
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) in line with HCPC standards.
What’s On Offer?
- Competitive salary.
- Permanent, full-time role with the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.
- Relocation package for off-island candidates.
- A supportive and innovative environment, fostering your professional growth.
Interested?
This Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Infection Sciences position is advertised by Craig Osborne. If you meet the requirements and are eager to make a difference in the field of infection science, click "apply" now to begin your journey.
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