Job Description

Monday to Sunday Rotating shift pattern including some 12-hour night shifts. To be an efficient and flexible member of the SWL Pathology team providing a consistently high-quality and professional service to all users of the service.

SWL Pathology is seeking an Advanced Biomedical Support Worker Band 3 to support the Clinical Blood Sciences team. This role operates on a rotating shift pattern and applicants must be available to work Monday to Sunday. Flexibility is essential, as the role includes some 12-hour night shifts.

• Assist and support registered Biomedical Scientists in providing a professional laboratory service.

• Contribute to the efficient and effective running of the department and sections as appropriate.

• Provide basic clinical technical services to patients that may include research and audit samples.

• Work in a designated area of the department under the supervision of a section leader whilst organising own work tasks and activities.

• Weigh and measure volumes and make up solutions accurately.

• Process basic quality assurance on analysers and report findings to a more senior member of staff.

• Understand and perform work in accordance with standard operational policies using basic theoretical knowledge.

• Ensure documentation is maintained to the SWL Pathology standard, including electronic records.

• Solve problems within the work area and refer unresolved problems to a more senior member of staff.

• Perform assigned laboratory tests under supervision.

• Prepare specimens for diagnostic testing.

• Prioritise urgent work.

• Contribute towards a culture of quality within the department and comply with and promote quality initiatives consistent with maintaining laboratory accreditation.

• GCSE/O Levels in Maths, English Language, Biology and Chemistry, or equivalent.

• Proven experience of working in a diagnostic pathology department.

• Knowledge across a range of laboratory procedures.

• Accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate information accurately.

• Ability to follow written methodologies or protocols.

• Basic computer skills.

• Organised and methodical approach to work.

• Ability to work as part of a team.

• Preparedness to work with biological materials.

• Awareness of health and safety issues.

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Basic medical terminology knowledge.

• Good manual dexterity.

• A rotating shift pattern providing varied working hours.

• The opportunity to work as part of the SWL Pathology team within Clinical Blood Sciences.

Apply now to be considered for this Advanced Biomedical Support Worker Band 3 Clinical Blood Sciences opportunity.

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