Assistant Technical Officer
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Milton Keynes, MK6 5LDView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 October 2026
3 days leftJob description
Assistant Technical Officer Department: Microbiology Band 3 Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working Our Microbiol...
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- To be part of a team of Biomedical Support workers delivering technical, administrative, and clerical support services which ensure reliable, efficient, and effective service. Analysing and reporting on, blood, swabs, urines, faeces, and other clinical samples in the preparatory stages of microbiological analyses.
- The post holder will communicate clearly and accurately with laboratory staff, clinicians, and work within any section of the microbiology department. Must carry out all duties in compliance with relevant national standards in line with Trust's Data Protection Act policy.
- Initial training will be provided to cover all sections of the lab including the waste management section, autoclaves, and handling deliveries/supplies.
- In addition to working core hours, the post holder will be required to participate in the evening, weekend, bank holiday & night shifts (proposal under discussion) as part of their contractual hours.
- Perform requested tests in accordance with laboratory Standard operational procedures (SOPs).
- Operate, clean, and maintain all automated analysers, incubators and, safety cabinets (including air-flow checks) in accordance with Health and Safety policy on daily and weekly basis.
- To comply with local and national policies for the safe, secure, and confidential processing and storage of patient and other laboratory information.
- Collect, receive, match, verify, label, and enter on as computer sample requests. Identify any errors for action e.g., mislabelled other failures of sample matching criteria. Report and record in accordance with standard operating procedure.
- To participate in effective stock control of reagents and consumables, by keeping a check on supplies and informing senior staff when orders must be placed.
- Organise daily duties in the provision of a quality service.
General
- Collectsamples from pathology support area, wards and other departments if required.
- Clean and maintain equipment and work areas.
Please refer to the Job Description for further details.
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Qualifications and knowledge
Essential: - GCSEs in Science, Maths and English or NVQ L3 in Pathology or equivalent experience
Desirable: - Foundation Science degree or equivalent
Experience
Essential: - Previous experience working in a UK laboratory
Desirable: - Previous experience working in an NHS laboratory
Skills
Essential: - Good communication/interpersonal skill; - Ability to keep accurate records.
Desirable: - Knowledge of manual handling and Health and Safety regulations.
Personal and people development
Essential: - Demonstrate ability to work individually/in a team; - Demonstrate ability to work under pressure
Desirable: - Demonstrate experience as a team leader
Communication
Essential: - Clear and accurate written and verbal communication at all levels of the organisation; - Understanding/awareness of Data Protection Act
Specific requirements
Essential: - Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations; - Physically fit; - Adapt to changing needs of service
How to apply
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First seen
24 September 2026
Last checked
25 September 2026
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