Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within Cellular Pathology for a Biomedical Support Worker. The is an excellent opportunity to join and be part of a large, busy team, delivering diagnostic reports to clinicians and other service users within Swansea Bay Health Board.
Main duties of the job
Applications are invited from enthusiastic and well-motivated individuals for the post of Biomedical Support Worker. The post holder will work as part of a team delivering support services for clinical and scientific staff within Cellular Pathology.
There are various Hospital sites within SBUHB, but this post is primarily for our Singleton site.Duties will include receipt and registration of patient samples, prior to processing, assisting in the allocation of specimens to consultants and other general administrative duties including filing and retrieval of samples and maintenance of databases and filing systems.
Data entry experience isdesirable for this role, keyboard skills essential.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Educated to vocational level 2 in a relevant subject or able to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience.
- Knowledge of Data Protection
- Knowledge of a range of work procedures
Desirable
- Science GCSE and/or A Level
Experience
Essential
- Experience of team working
- Experience of using Microsoft Office systems and packages e.g. Word and Excel
Desirable
- Previous experience of NHS or healthcare environment.
- Experience working in an office environment
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Educated to vocational level 2 in a relevant subject or able to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience.
- Knowledge of Data Protection
- Knowledge of a range of work procedures
Desirable
- Science GCSE and/or A Level
Experience
Essential
- Experience of team working
- Experience of using Microsoft Office systems and packages e.g. Word and Excel
Desirable
- Previous experience of NHS or healthcare environment.
- Experience working in an office environment
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).
