Job summary This is an exciting time to join the Blood Sciences department. The department is a new purpose built laboratory with several new platforms. Associate Practitioners work as part of a team supporting the Biomedical Scientific staff in the effective provision of the Blood Sciences service. Biomedical Scientists analyse blood, body fluids, for the presence or absence of abnormal pathology. This information can then be used to enable diagnosis and also monitor the effectiveness of treatment. Main duties of the job Under the supervision of a State Registered Biomedical Scientist To undertake a range of manual laboratory investigations and procedures with minimal supervision To adhere strictly to standard operating procedures (SOP's) used within the laboratory. Drawing to the attention of Biomedical Scientists the loss of performance of quality control material and or equivocal laboratory results To operate and carry out the maintenance on selected laboratory equipment Be able to do basic trouble shooting for assays being run and decide when a more experienced member of staff should be informed following standard operational SOP's To undertake pre and post analytical checks to audit the accuracy of specimen reception The operation of laboratory equipment adhering to set protocols and procedures About us The vision at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is to provide outstanding care for every patient. We serve a population of nearly 600,000 people across Hampshire and West Berkshire as well as some people who access our specialist services from across the country. Created in January 2012 the Foundation Trust prioritises the provision of exceptional, compassionate, care delivered by the valued staff working in a culture of collaboration and mutual respect. HHFT employs circa 6,000 people and had a turnover of £382m in 17/18 Four core values (CARE) Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Encourage. These are in place to support of four clear objectives, provide outstanding care of patients, empowering all members of staff, sustainable growth and innovating for the future. AspiringToBeTheBest Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 251-FCSS7046-AP Job locations Royal Hampshire County Hospital Romsey Road Winchester SO22 5DG Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. Person Specification Experience and Knowledge Essential Understand the principles of patient confidentiality Basic keyboard skills Desirable Previous laboratory or hospital experience Qualification Essential Good sound general education up to A level/Vocational NVQ3 or equivalent knowledge and experience Desirable IBMS accredited Biomedical science degree (BSc) Skills and ability Essential Competent and polite telephone manner Ability to work systematically and under pressure in a busy environment Desirable Willingness to work flexibly Willingness to develop and train as the skill mix extends or alters Person Specification Experience and Knowledge Essential Understand the principles of patient confidentiality Basic keyboard skills Desirable Previous laboratory or hospital experience Qualification Essential Good sound general education up to A level/Vocational NVQ3 or equivalent knowledge and experience Desirable IBMS accredited Biomedical science degree (BSc) Skills and ability Essential Competent and polite telephone manner Ability to work systematically and under pressure in a busy environment Desirable Willingness to work flexibly Willingness to develop and train as the skill mix extends or alters 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 details Employer name Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Hampshire County Hospital Romsey Road Winchester SO22 5DG Employer's website https://www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)