Biomedical Science Assistant (Higher Level)

To deliver clerical and technical procedures, under the direction of the responsible healthcare scientist practitioner.

Performs a number of technical duties, under the indirect supervision/direction of a suitably qualified practitioner.

Pre-analytical processing of samples to include the receipt, preparation, and processing.

Store, retrieve and dispose of biological material according to the relevant procedures.

Deal with direct queries from Medical Staff, Nursing Staff and other Service Users including telephone enquiries and taking appropriate action as necessary.

Assist in maintaining high technical standards.

Promote and maintain a high standard of relevant education and training.

Adhere to all Trust and departmental policies.

Maintains clinical records in relation to activities carried out and may input/ interrogate test results of others.

May be required to supervise, organise, and allocate work and/ or train less experienced staff in own area.

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

STHFT operates with a budget of £1.2 bn, has a workforce of over 18,500 employees, covers five hospital sites, provides care from over forty community settings, and has an excellent reputation for research.

As an organisation we value and respect our staff and the community we serve. We provide excellent staff benefits; this includes commitment to professional development but also many initiatives to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

Education and Qualifications

Experience

Essential: - Ability to follow and work to Standard Operating Procedures and Policy

Desirable: - Experience with a range of laboratory techniques; - Previous NHS laboratory experience

Skills and Knowledge

Essential: - Keyboard and basic IT skills; - Have an awareness of Health & Safety issues; - Effective Communication skills, written and oral

Personal Qualities

Essential: - Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work