Job summary
Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated Individuals to join our friendly team in the Blood Sciences Department.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable and conscientious individuals with a strong work ethic. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver what is required to achieve a safe, high quality and effective service whilst continuously striving for improvement. The service serves a population of over 400,000 and is based in laboratories at Calderdale Royal Hospital (CRH) and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary (HRI). The department has full UKAS 15189 accreditation at HRI, is working towards UKAS 15189 accreditation at CRH and has IBMS approval for training.
Main duties of the job
The Biochemistry department is well equipped. Currently at HRI we have two Siemens Atellica Sample Handlers, Chemistry and Immunoassay analysers (SCI), At CRH we have one Siemens Advia 1800 chemistry and Centaur XPT immunoassay analysers connected via a Versacell X3.
Alongside our automated section we have several other semi-automated platforms such as Menarini 9210 Ghb analysers, Sebia Hydrasys electrophoresis system and Osmometer.
About us
The department is looking to recruit a mix of part time and full time staff members to support the department for a period of between 12- 24 months. Initially 12 months with a potential to extend.
Participation in the 24/7 rota, which includes lates, and weekend work will be expected following a period of training and competency assessments, there may also be an expectation to work night shifts when required.
Applications are invited with a view to offer a band 3 position. Previous laboratory experience would be an advantage for the position however full training will be provided. Basic IT skills would also be an advantage.
Previous applicants need not apply
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post requires the ability to communicate clearly with other staff within the department, ward staff including clinicians and nurses, GPs and their staff and patients, along with external laboratories;
1. Providing confidential, specialised and sensitive diagnostic test results over the telephone tousers of the service.
2. Liaising with other members of staff within the department on a routine basis to ensure safeand efficient daily operation.
This post requires good base level theoretical knowledge, general education/experience equivalent to NVQ standard level 3 and the ability to understand a wide range of routine and non-routine laboratory procedures after a period of job training and induction.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
3. GCSE A* - C in English and Mathematics or equivalent
4. This post requires good base level theoretical knowledge in Biochemistry and Haematology, general education and or experience equivalent to NVQ standard level 3
5. Demonstrate a commitment to Continued Professional Development
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
6. Previous experience of working with and liaising with members of the public
7. Previous experience of working in a Blood sciences discipline
8. Experience of using a variety of IT systems Keyboard skills
9. Understanding of various IT systems
10. Awareness of IT security
11. Aware of confidentiality at all times
12. Ability to understand a wide range of routine and non-routine laboratory procedures
13. Well-motivated
14. Able to plan and organise and prioritise
15. Ability and willingness to take on new core skills
16. Ensures understanding of new and emerging technologies, updating own knowledge and skills as and when required
17. Ability to work under pressure
18. Ability to maintain an excellent level of attendance
19. Flexibility of working hours
20. Flexibility to work on either HRI / CRH sites
21. Demonstrate skills in dealing with vulnerable people in healthcare
Desirable
22. Demonstrate a knowledge base in Blood Sciences laboratory practise
23. Demonstrate a knowledge base specifically in Biochemistry laboratory practice
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
24. Good verbal and written communication
25. Able to communicate clearly and effectively
26. Ability to work as a team
27. Able to understand the importance of customer focus
28. Able to deal with a wide range of people
29. Ability to communicate at all levels, both written and verbal