Job summary As a Biomedical Scientist the post holder will be responsible for the delegated tasks required for the delivery of a clinical technical service that will achieve the objectives of efficient and effective patient care. They will be expected to work as part of a team on a rotational basis in all the diagnostic sections of the laboratory performing the work to the required standards. Diagnostic work includes examination of cerebrospinal fluid, peritoneal dialysis fluid, urine, faeces, sputum, blood/serum, pus and diverse secretions. Investigations include for example, serological assays for HIV and Hepatitis B, identification of micro-organisms, lice, fleas and films for identification of intestinal parasites. Evidence of successful completion of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio would result in the offer of a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, Band 6, position. Main duties of the job To undertake manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations. To follow the standard operating procedures and to participate in their regular review and update. To undertake routine operative maintenance on laboratory instruments and have the ability to trouble shoot where necessary. To plan and organise their work within the demands of the team. To undertake technical validation of the complex results from laboratory investigations ensuring accuracy and precision as specified by laboratory protocols. To communicate patient results by telephone to the requesting doctor /healthcare professional To measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures. To carry out corrective action when the quality control procedures indicate loss of performance. To report any instance or event which may cause a service delivery failure to the appropriate person. To use interpretive skills to determine the pathogenic and clinical significance of results of laboratory tests, for example - Preparing, examining and reporting on microscopic examination of specimens Deciding which tests or procedures are necessary to identify pathogenic microbes Performing and interpreting molecular diagnostic tests About us The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We're passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.We are delighted that we have been rated as "Good" by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £44,962 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 225-BCPS-6976084 Job locations Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust New Cross Wolverhampton Road Wolverhampton WV10 0QP Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description/Person Specification for a full detail of role and main responsibilities Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description/Person Specification for a full detail of role and main responsibilities Person Specification Essential Essential Active HCPC Registration Essential Essential Please provide evidence of working in an NHS Microbiology laboratory. Desirable Essential Successful completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Microbiology Essential Essential Please provide details of CPD completed within Microbiology over the last 2 years Desirable Essential Please provide evidence of training and competency gained in an NHS Microbiology laboratory. Person Specification Essential Essential Active HCPC Registration Essential Essential Please provide evidence of working in an NHS Microbiology laboratory. Desirable Essential Successful completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Microbiology Essential Essential Please provide details of CPD completed within Microbiology over the last 2 years Desirable Essential Please provide evidence of training and competency gained in an NHS Microbiology laboratory. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust Address Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust New Cross Wolverhampton Road Wolverhampton WV10 0QP Employer's website https://www.royalwolverhampton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)