Job summary
The Cellular Pathology department at Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust is a busy, friendly laboratory. We process 25,000 specimens a year, have a non-gynae and OSNA service. We are looking for a reliable and self-motivated person to work as an Associate Practitioner on a two year fixed term contract.
Main duties of the job
Good verbal and written communication skills are essential along with fast, accurate keyboard skills. An ability to follow instructions and demonstrate good manual dexterity. You will need to be physically fit as lifting and handling tasks are part of the role.
Experience of workingin a hospital laboratory is essential. Previous experience of working in a Cellular Pathology laboratory, undertaking basic microtomy, embedding and non gynae preparation is desirable.
Please see job description and person specification for full list of duties and expectations of the post holder.
The role is Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm
To discuss the role contact Jenny Baillie, 01722 425251
About us
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust (SFT) is an innovative hospital with a proud heritage and over 250 years of experience behind us. Here we're driven to deliver an outstanding experience for everyone and have been well regarded for the quality of care and treatment we continue to provide for our patients and also our staff.
We are an acute Trust, rated "Good" by the CQC, with a track record of high performance providing regional and super regional specialist services such as: Burns, Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery, Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, Wessex Rehabilitation, Spires Cleft Centre and the Duke of Cornwall Spinal Treatment Centre. We have about 470 beds and employ over 4000 staff.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. We think working here is pretty rewarding. You can access a range of NHS discounts, receive a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. On-site benefits include car parking (fee applies), leisure centre, day nursery and holiday play scheme.
Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work and really gives you the best of everything. With easy access to London and local airports, the city of Southampton is only a short train or car journey away or if you prefer the sea, Bournemouth is also accessible. Don't just take our word for it, why not explore what Salisbury has to offer by visiting www.experiencesalisbury.co.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Must hold level 2/Grade C English, Science and maths (GCSE, Functional skills or equivalent)
- Good A Level grades in at least two subjects
Desirable
- Institute of Biomedical Science Certificate of Achievement part I/part II
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience working in a diagnostic laboratory setting.
- Is proficient in using Microsoft Word and Excel
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a Cellular Pathology Laboratory
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to communicate at all levels, e.g. with patients, colleagues, other members of the multi-professional team
- Physically fit enough to transport 5 litre containers of reagents
Desirable
- Understanding of UKAS requirements and ISO standards
- Microtomy and embedding
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Must hold level 2/Grade C English, Science and maths (GCSE, Functional skills or equivalent)
- Good A Level grades in at least two subjects
Desirable
- Institute of Biomedical Science Certificate of Achievement part I/part II
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience working in a diagnostic laboratory setting.
- Is proficient in using Microsoft Word and Excel
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a Cellular Pathology Laboratory
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to communicate at all levels, e.g. with patients, colleagues, other members of the multi-professional team
- Physically fit enough to transport 5 litre containers of reagents
Desirable
- Understanding of UKAS requirements and ISO standards
- Microtomy and embedding
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).
