Associate Practitioner in Haematology and Coagulation
The closing date is 01 April 2026
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and professional individual to work in the University Hospitals Haematology and Coagulation laboratories, within the Derriford Combined Laboratory.
We are primarily looking for candidates to provide skilled technical support within the Haematology and Coagulation laboratories, carrying out a wide range of pre-analytical and analytical procedures under defined competency and supervision.
The post holder performs routine and standardised specimen processing, runs and maintains a range of automated Haematology and Coagulation analysers, undertakes quality control activities, and supports technical troubleshooting within a defined scope of practice. The post holder will hold responsibility for managing and coordinating band 2 staff on a day to day basis.
The role ensures safe, timely delivery of diagnostic Haematology service to acute, emergency, critical care and community patients. The post holder contributes to the maintenance of ISO 15189:2022 standards, service improvement and staff development within the section.
For an informal visit or further information, please contact Robin Ellis robinellis1@nhs.net or Sharon Monk sharonmonk@nhs.net
Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will work together with senior staff and support staff in the Haematology and Coagulation Laboratory to produce a timely, high quality, accurate and cost-effective service.
- The post holder will ensure the timely processing of patient samples, serving all those patients attending PHNT, PCTs representing 100 General Practices and specialist assays referred to us from other Trusts within the Peninsula. The department performs 4.7 million tests annually and employs 123 staff.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Details
Date posted
18 March 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£27,485 to £30,162 a year £27,485 - £30,162 Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
216-NB-DB7855379
Job locations
Derriford Hospital
Brest Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address
Derriford Hospital
Brest Road
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Employer's website
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