Job summary
We are looking for highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our Blood Sciences team to work within Biochemistry.
The successful application must possess a relevant qualification along with previous clinical laboratory experience. Candidates should hold either the NVQ Level 3 in Clinical Laboratory Support, or IBMS certificate of achievement Part II, or an equivalent qualification in a relevant science based subject.
Participation in the out of hours rota is compulsory, including weekend, bank holiday early and late shifts.
The post is based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital although candidates may be required to cover absences across sites.
This is a 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. Staff wanting to work on the bank would be considered .
Main duties of the job
As an Associate Practitioner you will work in collaboration with Biomedical Scientists and other colleagues assisting in the provision of a diagnostic service.
Duties include preparation, operation, monitoring and maintenance of complex laboratory equipment, and will include tasks of a practical nature for which a high level of manual dexterity and careful attention to detail is needed.
You will also be expected to participate in the provision of an out of hours service as part of an average 37.5 hour working week - including evenings, nights, weekends and Bank/Public holidays.
About us
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital care for more than 500,000 people from Shropshire, Telford & Wrekinand mid Wales.Pathology provides pathology services to the Trust and Shropshire County CCG, Telford and Wrekin CCG, Powys Teaching Health Board, Powys Healthcare Trust, and the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, amongst others.
The two hospitals, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford are just a 30 minute drive apart.
The Area
We are ideally located between the north and the south, making travelling around the UK extremely easy. As well as being only a short distance from major cities and busy transport links including Birmingham airport, our county also borders with beautiful north Wales which is abundant in outdoor activities, brilliant beaches, and thrilling scenery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge of Biomedical Science
- Practical experience of Biomedical Science
- Working knowledge of Microsoft software
- Extensive clinical laboratory experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, Quality Assurance and Laboratory Accreditation
- NHS experience
- Experience of mentoring trainees
- Knowledge of Pathology IT systems
- Familiar with instrumentation used in the department, or similar
Education
Essential
- GCSE (A-C) Maths, English and Science
- Evidence of Continued professional Development
- Hold a IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part II or NVQ Level 3 in Clinical Laboratory Support or equivalent, plus additional theoretical or applied training to diploma
Desirable
- Foundation degree in Health Science/HNC/HND in an Applied Biological Science/Equivalent qualification (or higher) in a relevant science based subject.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Theoretical knowledge of Biomedical Science
- Practical experience of Biomedical Science
- Working knowledge of Microsoft software
- Extensive clinical laboratory experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, Quality Assurance and Laboratory Accreditation
- NHS experience
- Experience of mentoring trainees
- Knowledge of Pathology IT systems
- Familiar with instrumentation used in the department, or similar
Education
Essential
- GCSE (A-C) Maths, English and Science
- Evidence of Continued professional Development
- Hold a IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part II or NVQ Level 3 in Clinical Laboratory Support or equivalent, plus additional theoretical or applied training to diploma
Desirable
- Foundation degree in Health Science/HNC/HND in an Applied Biological Science/Equivalent qualification (or higher) in a relevant science based subject.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
Shrewsbury & Telford Hospitals
Mytton Oak Road
Shrewsbury and Telford TF1 6TF
SY3 8XQ
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
