Biomedical Scientist - Infection Sciences

at  Health Services Laboratories

Main Duties: To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties: Participate in all areas of laboratory bench work, whilst adhering to standard operating procedures and participating in their regular review and update. Multidisciplinary working within the HLIUPL Molecular diagnostics and amplification technique analysis of pathogens including screening of Gram negative resistance profiles Communicate patients results and answer enquiries from health care professionals providing information regarding appropriate investigations required and explanation of results, within departmental guidelines and professional code of conduct. Interpret clinical information and use scientific knowledge to process specimens for appropriate tests, seeking advice from senior staff and clinicians when necessary. Undertake specimen preparation and analysis for bacteria, fungi and parasites.
This includes preparation of stained smears, use of the microscope, antibiotic sensitivity testing, also utilising molecular and semi and fully automated techniques and diagnostic kits. Investigate environmental samples for multi drug resistant hospital acquired infections e.g. MRSA. Operate and maintain analytical equipment in the department.
Evaluate and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures. Interpret complex scientific data and enter test results on pathology computer system Check reports for further action by the Microbiology Clinicians. Authorise reports as delegated within departmental policy. Replace stocks of consumables and reagents when required and inform the Section Leader if back-up stocks are low.
To assist when required in the preparation of documentation for UKAS (ISO) accreditation. Able to solve complex problems within work area, but advise both clinicians and senior staff of any clinical and managerial issue

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