Job summary
The successful applicant will be able to work with laboratory equipment and processes across the Blood Sciences disciplines (Biochemistry, Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Central Pathology Reception). Whilst full training will be provided, proven experience of working in a diagnostic pathology department and knowledge across a range of laboratory procedures will be advantageous. The successful candidates will be expected to participate in the 24hr shift system after suitable training. Continuous professional development (CPD) will be encouraged.
There may be a need for the successful candidate to change their usual working location to one of the other SWLP laboratories in the future.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Blood Sciences (CBS) The South West London Pathology laboratory at Epsom & St. Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust operates a 24hr shift system providing cover to a busy A&E and acute services on both the Epsom and St Helier sites. The Laboratories are equipped with Abbott Alinity Ci - GLP System automation in Biochemistry, Sysmex XN-10 and CN300 in Haematology and Haemostasis services respectively, and Immucor Neo Iris automation in Blood Transfusion services.
About us
South West London Pathology is an award-winning NHS pathology partnership set up by St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Croydon Health Services NHS Trust and Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to provide a single, integrated pathology service across South West London and beyond. On 1 May 2021, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust joined to form an expanded South West London Pathology partnership.
Job responsibilities
We expect all our staff to share the values that are important to the trust being excellent, kind, responsible and respectful and behave in a way that reflects these. More information on the vision and values of St. Georges University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is attached below.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
* GCSE / O levels in Maths, English Language, Biology and Chemistry or equivalent
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
* Proven experience of working in a diagnostic pathology department
* Knowledge across a range of laboratory procedures
Skills and Abilities
Essential
* Accuracy and attention to detail
* Able to communicate information accurately
* Able to follow written methodologies or protocols
* Basic computer skills
* Organised and methodical
* Able to work as part of a team
* Prepared to work with biological materials
* Awareness of health & safety issues
* Ability to work under pressure
* Basic medical terminology
* Ability to work on a 24/7 rota
Other relevant requirements
Essential
* Good manual dexterity
* Able to perform light physical work
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
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Epsom & St Helier University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Wrythe Lane
Carshalton
SM5 1AA #J-18808-Ljbffr