Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team of Higher Biomedical Support Workers.
Public Health Wales Microbiology laboratories, in the North Wales region are situated within the Gwynedd, Glan Clwyd and Wrexham Maelor Hospitals with the Glan Clwyd site being one of the largest Microbiology Laboratories in Wales. Together they provide a wide range of diagnostic services to hospitals, clinics and general practitioners in North Wales and North Powys.
North Wales Microbiology offers a comprehensive routine diagnostic bacteriology service. The laboratory benefits from Kiestra automation, automated urinalysis and a wide range of molecular testing platforms. All of the Clinical Laboratories are ISO 15189 UKAS accredited and we are also an IBMS approved training site.
Main duties of the job
The duties will be varied, including data input, specimen reception, labelling and processing of patient samples on different sections in the laboratory, operation of laboratory sterilisers, automation, stock control and receipt of deliveries.
The post will suit enthusiastic and well-motivated individuals with good communication and practical skills, an ability to demonstrate initiative, willing to learn new skills and work as part of our team.
North Wales is an area that offers the best of both worlds, benefiting from easy access to some of the best beaches in the UK and stunning hill and mountain ranges. The region also has close proximity to Chester, Liverpool and Manchester with all that city life has to offer - so walkers, climbers, cyclists, sailors, shoppers and nightlife seekers are all catered for. North Wales also has affordable housing and good public transport and road links across Wales to England and further afield - with Ireland also only a short boat trip away.
About us
We are Public Health Wales - the national public health organisation for Wales. Our purpose is 'working together for a healthier Wales'. We exist to help all people in Wales live longer, healthier lives. With our partners, we aim to increase healthy life expectancy, improve health and well-being, and reduce inequalities for everyone in Wales, now and for future generations.
Together, our teams work to prevent disease, protect health, and provide leadership, specialist services and public health expertise. We are the main source of public health information, research and innovation in Wales. Never more has public health been so important as we come through the Coronavirus pandemic, face the challenges of the cost-of-living crisis and tackle and prevent the harmful effects of climate change.
Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us and the benefits we offer please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/careers/
For guidance on the application process, please visithttps://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE education including English and Maths or equivalent qualifications or relevant experience.
Desirable
- NVQ 2 clinical support work, IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 1 or equivalent. Science related subject, or equivalent qualifications.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a role with skills compatible with laboratory work
Desirable
- An interest in hospital laboratory work. Experience of training BSW staff. Microbiology experience.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination. Ability to work reliably and efficiently under own initiative. Ability to accurately follow verbal and written instructions and complex protocols and procedures. Ability to communicate scientific/clinical information orally, in writing or electronically to work colleagues or external contacts. Ability to identify problems. Health and Safety Awareness
Desirable
- Basic keyboard skills. Understands the importance of IT in the laboratory. Willingness to learn and to undertake new tasks.
- Understanding of laboratory working practice with some basic knowledge of Microbiology
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE education including English and Maths or equivalent qualifications or relevant experience.
Desirable
- NVQ 2 clinical support work, IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 1 or equivalent. Science related subject, or equivalent qualifications.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a role with skills compatible with laboratory work
Desirable
- An interest in hospital laboratory work. Experience of training BSW staff. Microbiology experience.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Good manual dexterity and hand/eye co-ordination. Ability to work reliably and efficiently under own initiative. Ability to accurately follow verbal and written instructions and complex protocols and procedures. Ability to communicate scientific/clinical information orally, in writing or electronically to work colleagues or external contacts. Ability to identify problems. Health and Safety Awareness
Desirable
- Basic keyboard skills. Understands the importance of IT in the laboratory. Willingness to learn and to undertake new tasks.
- Understanding of laboratory working practice with some basic knowledge of Microbiology
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).
