Associate Practitioner of Biomedical Science
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
We are looking for highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our Cellular Pathology team to work within Pathology.
As an Associate Practitioner, you will work in collaboration with Biomedical Scientists and other colleagues assisting in the provision of a diagnostic service. Participation in the rota is compulsory, including weekend, bank holiday early and late shifts.
The post is based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, although candidates may be required to cover absences across sites including The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital.
Main duties of the job
* You will mainly be involved in the day-to-day running of the slide scanners and ensuring the quality and efficiency of the scanning is maintained.
* You will be responsible for the daily maintenance of the scanners and ensuring that the outputs are of high quality.
* You will also work in all areas of the Histology Laboratory and be involved in the provision of the technical service.
* You will be checking that the correct sample type has been received, correct sample labelling and suitability for diagnostic investigations, in accordance with Pathology laboratory policies and standard operating procedures.
* You will be inputting data on the laboratory computer system and troubleshooting issues that may arise. Perform an increasing range of laboratory tests, many of which are of a non-routine nature, requiring experience, theoretical and technical knowledge.
* You will also be expected to participate in the provision of a 6/7 day working service as part of an average 37.5 hour working week - including weekends and Bank/Public holidays.
About us
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital care for more than 500,000 people from Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales.
Pathology provides pathology services to the Trust and Shropshire County CCG, Telford and Wrekin CCG, Powys Teaching Health Board, Powys Healthcare Trust, and the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, amongst others.
The two hospitals, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford are just a 30-minute drive apart.
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
* Theoretical knowledge of Biomedical Science
* Practical experience of Biomedical Science
* Working knowledge of Microsoft software
* Extensive clinical laboratory experience
* Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, Quality Assurance and Laboratory Accreditation
* NHS experience
* Knowledge of Pathology IT systems
* Familiar with instrumentation used in the department, or similar
Education
* Foundation degree in Health Science/HNC/HND in an Applied Biological Science/Equivalent qualification (or higher) in a relevant science-based subject.
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.
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
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