Job summary
Internal Only
Full Time, 12 month Fixed Term position.
We are inviting applications from motivated and passionate candidates to join our friendly and hardworking team in the Microbiology department at St Marys Hospital, the Isle of Wight.
Candidates should have a minimum of GCSE Mathematics and English or equivalent.
This role involves the handling, receipt and distribution of pathology samples, general laboratory and clerical duties as well as supporting Biomedical staff with processing biological samples.
The work is interesting and varied and there is an emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
Experience of computer systems and telephone enquires is desirable.
Previous laboratory experience or data entry would also be an advantage but is not necessary as full training will be given and competency assessment will be undertaken.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be part of the team receiving samples and preparing them for analysis. Preparation involves labelling and entering on to the computer system. A small amount of maintenance on the analysers will be expected - full training will be given. You will be performing these tasks, with associate practitioners and biomedical scientists and assisting them with performing more complex tasks.
Attention to detail and manual dexterity are necessary skills.
The role involves a working 9 to 5, 5 days a week including weekends.
About us
We serve a population of approximately 150,000 residents, making the services we offer variable and personalised with a flexible approach to our service users.
Working for our Trust brings a variety of benefits, including an onsite day nursery, cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at local businesses and gyms, and the opportunity to hire Trusts beach hut in Ryde. We offer flexible working opportunities, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement for you and if it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
The Isle of Wight is a unique and stunning gem located off the South Coast of England, a short ferry journey from Portsmouth and Southampton, with journey times taking from as little as 10 minutes. London can be reached in 90 minutes by rail from Southampton or Portsmouth. The island offers an amazing coastline with beautiful countryside, year-round events, festivals and award-winning attractions.
Our 2020-2025 strategy sets out to ensure that we continue to be a provider of excellent and compassionate care. As part of this strategy, we are proactively taking steps to ensure that we recruit and retain the highest quality of talent to provide CARE and we would welcome applications from under-represented groups to ensure our Trust is an inclusive and diverse employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Technical and scientific:
- Under supervision, perform a range of manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations accurately and efficiently.
- Responsible for sample receipt, numbering and data entry on to the computer system. Use own judgement to identify, action and report mislabelled or mislaid specimens, unsuitable sample or process failure.
- Supports quality control processes.
- Participate in the day to day management of stock control and usage.
- Assist in the introduction of new techniques.
- Clean and maintain equipment to achieve the optimum instrument performance and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Report any equipment faults to a biomedical scientist.
Communication:
- Communicates with colleagues and clinicians, e.g. provides test results by telephone as appropriate.
Information resources:
- To ensure patient confidentiality and conformance to Data Protection Act and Caldicott Guidelines.
- Be able to use Laboratory Information system, email, internet and automated operating systems, and other software packages as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Technical and scientific:
- Under supervision, perform a range of manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations accurately and efficiently.
- Responsible for sample receipt, numbering and data entry on to the computer system. Use own judgement to identify, action and report mislabelled or mislaid specimens, unsuitable sample or process failure.
- Supports quality control processes.
- Participate in the day to day management of stock control and usage.
- Assist in the introduction of new techniques.
- Clean and maintain equipment to achieve the optimum instrument performance and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Report any equipment faults to a biomedical scientist.
Communication:
- Communicates with colleagues and clinicians, e.g. provides test results by telephone as appropriate.
Information resources:
- To ensure patient confidentiality and conformance to Data Protection Act and Caldicott Guidelines.
- Be able to use Laboratory Information system, email, internet and automated operating systems, and other software packages as required.
Person Specification
Qulifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
Physical skills
Essential
- Able to lift reasonable weights e.g. autoclave tins
Apptitude
Essential
Abilities
Essential
- Computer skills and good dexterity
Communication skills
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team
Person Specification
Qulifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
Physical skills
Essential
- Able to lift reasonable weights e.g. autoclave tins
Apptitude
Essential
Abilities
Essential
- Computer skills and good dexterity
Communication skills
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team
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).
