Job summary
Assistant Technical Officer
Department: Microbiology
Band 3 £24,071 - £25,674 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Our Microbiology is a busy but friendly department processing over 220,000 specimens per year.
We are looking for a competent and versatile individual with a 'can do' attitude willing to learn new skills to join our team.
The successful candidate will participate in core laboratory duties including receiving and processing patient's samples, equipment maintenance, answering telephone calls, managing laboratory waste disposal among other tasks.
Ideally, you will have GCSEs in Science, Maths, and English (grades A - C), or an NVQ level 3 in Pathology or equivalent clinical laboratory experience. In addition to this, you must also have good communication skills, enjoy working individually or in a team and are physically fit and well (the role requires some lifting and handling tasks).
For more information, please contact Kalana Patabendige, Laboratory Manager or Rizalea Echaluse, Chief Biomedical Scientist on 01908 995781.
Please note: This post will not lead to a Trainee BMS post, nor the lab can support candidates wishing to complete their HCPC registration portfolios.
Interview: 11.12.2024
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
Main duties of the job
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.
About us
MKUH staff scored highest for 'I look forward to coming to work' (NHS Staff Survey 2023).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- 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 prepare quality assurance checks on analysers or materials purchased or prepared in the department and maintain records.
- Identify clerical, technical and system errors apply corrective procedures. Reporting event and corrective action to Operational Biomedical Scientist / Senior Biomedical Scientist.
- Sample/QC/IQA booking in for all bench work received as part of the specimen reception team.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for further details.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- 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 prepare quality assurance checks on analysers or materials purchased or prepared in the department and maintain records.
- Identify clerical, technical and system errors apply corrective procedures. Reporting event and corrective action to Operational Biomedical Scientist / Senior Biomedical Scientist.
- Sample/QC/IQA booking in for all bench work received as part of the specimen reception team.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for further details.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
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 skills
- 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
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Experience as a team leader
Communication
Essential
- Clear and accurate written and verbal communication at all levels of the organisation
- Understandind/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
Person Specification
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 skills
- 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
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Experience as a team leader
Communication
Essential
- Clear and accurate written and verbal communication at all levels of the organisation
- Understandind/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
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.
