Microbiology Medical Scientist - Part- Time
About Your New Employer:
* Global leader in medical technology, dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes.
* With a strong commitment to innovation, they offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
* Long-standing reputation for excellence and is known for its cutting-edge technology and impactful projects.
About Your New Job as Microbiology Medical Scientist:
As the Microbiology Medical Scientist, you will play a critical role in supporting the daily operations of microbiology laboratory, ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment. Your main responsibilities will include:
* Supporting the safe and efficient operation of microbiology laboratory and ensuring adherence to all requisite health, safety, and quality standards.
* Writing, maintaining, and enforcing procedures related to all areas of the microbiology laboratory and its testing equipment.
* Assisting in training non-scientific staff and facilitating arrangements for professional visitors to the laboratory.
* Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment and performing microbiological testing to aid non-scientific/software associates.
* Supporting and contributing to effective execution of audit activities.
* Identifying and implementing operational procedures up to "best practice" standards to optimize resource use.
* Collaborating with relevant staff to develop and introduce new ideas and technologies.
* Maintaining inventory logs, monitoring, and restocking lab supplies.
* Ensuring adherence to all codes and guidelines relating to professional practice, including maintaining Quality Assurance standards.
* Conducting routine safety checks and walkthroughs to adhere to biosafety regulations.
What Skills You Need for Microbiology Medical Scientist:
* Registration on the Medical Scientists Register maintained by the Medical Scientists Registration Board at CORU.
* Fellowship or eligibility for fellowship of the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science (FAMLS) or equivalent.
* Membership or eligibility for membership of the Academy of Medical Laboratory Science (MAMLS) or equivalent.
* Experience in a hospital laboratory microbiology setting.
* 2+ years of satisfactory post-qualification experience.
* Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and concisely.
* Effective team and interpersonal skills.
* Excellent planning and organizing skills.
* Up-to-date knowledge of best practices in delivering a quality laboratory service and awareness of the requirements of ISO 15189.
* Up-to-date knowledge of antimicrobial susceptibility testing and guidelines.
* Familiarity with laboratory information systems.
What's on Offer:
* Competitive salary.
* Benefits including training and development opportunities.
* Career path with opportunities for growth and advancement.
* A dynamic and collaborative work environment.