Specialist Biomedical Scientist

We are seeking a HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with relevant experience in diagnostic Microbiology, to join the Public Health Wales Microbiology Service based at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, North Wales.

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 in the central laboratory at Rhyl but the post holder will be required to support spoke 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.

Applicants will need to be educated to degree level and possess a higher specialist diploma. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate well developed interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to lead and support individual and team working.

The laboratory operates a 7 day, 24 hr service and working patterns will include shifts covering core days, evenings and weekends on a rotational basis.

North Wales benefits from easy access to coast, mountains and proximity to Liverpool, Chester and all 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.

Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales'. We play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.

Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change. We are an organisation that places ourselves at the heart of supporting people, communities, partners, and the Welsh Government in addressing these major challenges and providing solutions for action.

Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.

To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/careers/

For guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.