Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Associate Practitioner Microbiology

The closing date is 03 May 2026

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Job summary

This position is based in the Microbiology Department and involves the analysis of a range of body fluids including blood, urine, faeces, mycology and swabs to assist in the diagnosis of disease and contributes to the clinical care of patients.

Tasks involve the running of analysers including maintenance, reagent preparation, quality control, reporting and verification of results and troubleshooting analyser and result issues.

Samples must be prioritised according to urgency ensuring all priority samples are expedited and sent to the section for analysis at the earliest opportunity.

Main duties of the job

  • To analyse pathology samples using routine and complex diagnostic procedures.
  • Undertake laboratory investigations and procedures in various sections of the laboratory on a rotational basis as demand dictates.
  • To report analyser results as appropriate and to discuss any errors or issues with a senior BMS
  • Perform routine operative maintenance on laboratory instruments and undertake corrective maintenance and troubleshooting when appropriate.
  • Prepare quality control material and collate returned results.
  • Check that quality control results on analytical procedures are within the stated ranges, in accordance with laboratory policy.
  • To maintain the adequate storage of samples after analysis and their correct disposal at the appropriate time.
  • To maintain adequate stock and ensure accurate batch receipt and acceptance of stock into use.

About us

The roles will require post-holders to be flexible, highly organised and have values aligned with those of the Trust.

Details

Date posted

16 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

251-FCSS5838-AP

Job locations

Basingstoke or Winchester

Aldermaston Road

Basingstoke

RG24 9NA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.

Person Specification

Training and qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE's in Maths and English equivalent to A-C
  • A Level in a science
  • BSc in a Biological Science subject

Desirable

  • Masters degree in Science
  • Minimum Second class honours degree

Experience

Essential

  • Laboratory experience
  • Knowledge of the theory behind PCR testing
  • Experience of performing quality assurance processes

Desirable

  • Previous NHS pathology laboratory experience

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Methodical approach to following protocols and procedures.
  • Good Manual dexterity
  • Prepared to handle clinical samples

Desirable

  • Ability to impart their knowledge to colleagues for training, demonstration and advice
  • Leadership skills

Others

Essential

  • Be capable of working as part of a team
  • Willingness to work flexibly
  • Willingness to work Bank Holidays, weekends and night-shifts

Desirable

  • Willingness to develop and train as the skill mix extends or alters
  • Willingness to change between hospital sites as required by service needs
Person Specification

Training and qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE's in Maths and English equivalent to A-C
  • A Level in a science
  • BSc in a Biological Science subject

Desirable

  • Masters degree in Science
  • Minimum Second class honours degree

Experience

Essential

  • Laboratory experience
  • Knowledge of the theory behind PCR testing
  • Experience of performing quality assurance processes

Desirable

  • Previous NHS pathology laboratory experience

Skills and abilities

Essential

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills
  • Methodical approach to following protocols and procedures.
  • Good Manual dexterity
  • Prepared to handle clinical samples

Desirable

  • Ability to impart their knowledge to colleagues for training, demonstration and advice
  • Leadership skills

Others

Essential

  • Be capable of working as part of a team
  • Willingness to work flexibly
  • Willingness to work Bank Holidays, weekends and night-shifts

Desirable

  • Willingness to develop and train as the skill mix extends or alters
  • Willingness to change between hospital sites as required by service needs

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basingstoke or Winchester

Aldermaston Road

Basingstoke

RG24 9NA


Employer's website

https://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basingstoke or Winchester

Aldermaston Road

Basingstoke

RG24 9NA


Employer's website

https://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Microbiology Operations Manager

Robert Hunt

robert.hunt@hhft.nhs.uk

01256313311

Details

Date posted

16 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

251-FCSS5838-AP

Job locations

Basingstoke or Winchester

Aldermaston Road

Basingstoke

RG24 9NA


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