Biomedical Assistant - Microbiology

Role overview

Leicester Royal Infirmary is seeking a Biomedical Assistant to join its Microbiology team. The position offers a varied workload, strong development potential, and a good fit for someone who wants to build experience in microbiology laboratory work.

The successful candidate will need to communicate clearly, work carefully and consistently, and follow written procedures with accuracy.

Main duties

• Carry out routine laboratory analytical tests and techniques in line with departmental standard operating procedures.
• Show a basic grasp of which tests are used and the reasons they are required.
• Support laboratory quality assurance processes, including the upkeep, calibration, and use of laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Help coordinate and train MLA/BMA staff where needed.
• Demonstrate laboratory methods to colleagues as part of the directorate training programme.

About the Trust

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust has set out a seven-year strategy for 2023 to 2030, shaped with input from colleagues, patients, and partners. The strategy focuses on four main goals: delivering high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, building partnerships that make an impact, and achieving excellence in research and education.

The Trust also aims to embed health equality across its work by taking practical steps to reduce avoidable differences in healthcare, working alongside communities.

Its guiding values are compassion, pride, inclusion, and teamwork.

Informal contact

For an informal discussion or further information, contact Hiten Mistry, Scientific Laboratory Manager, by email at hiten.mistry5@nhs.net or by phone on 07977957314.

Additional information

The role is based in the Microbiology department at Leicester Royal Infirmary in Leicester, England, United Kingdom.