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Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Associate Practitioner

The closing date is 25 March 2026

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Job summary

We are seeking a motivated Associate Practitioner to join North West London Pathology. This role supports the delivery of high quality diagnostic services across our network, working under appropriate supervision to ensure accurate and timely processing of pathological specimens. You will play an important part in maintaining safe, effective and patientfocused laboratory services.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will participate in the daytoday activities of the department, undertaking technical work to support screening, diagnostic and monitoring services. You will process a range of specimens under the supervision of biomedical scientists, communicate effectively with colleagues and service users, work flexibly according to service needs, and maintain accurate documentation in line with Trust policies. The role also involves contributing to quality assurance, supporting research and audit activity where required, adhering to safe working practices and assisting in training new staff as appropriate.

About us

North West London Pathology is a fully integrated, multiawardwinning pathology network jointly owned by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Operating across seven hospital sites, the network delivers around sixtyfive million diagnostic tests each year and provides services to approximately two hundred and eighty GP practices within the North West London Integrated Care System. Recognised nationally for our scale, innovation and clinical excellence, we are committed to delivering accurate, efficient and sustainable laboratory services that support outstanding patient care.

Details

Date posted

25 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£18.96 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9290-26-0241

Job locations

The Bays

S Wharf Road

London

W2 1NY


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Associate Practitioner will be responsible for providing technical support within the diagnostic laboratory in accordance with departmental protocols. Working under supervision, you will achieve proficiency in designated diagnostic areas, developing technical skills to resolve analytical issues and recognise urgent or clinically significant results. You will work across various sections of the laboratory to ensure tasks are completed to the required standards, while contributing to the maintenance of internal and external quality systems. The role requires full engagement with Trust policies, including health and safety, infection control and risk management. You will participate in departmental meetings, support the implementation of Trust procedures and contribute to the maintenance of accreditation standards across all sites. The post includes responsibilities for maintaining stocks of consumables, supporting colleagues to promote a cohesive team environment, undertaking structured training to meet required competencies and keeping personal knowledge and skills up to date through the Trusts performance and development processes. The job holder will be required to work out of hours, including unsocial hours and contractual overtime, in line with service requirements.

ONLY APPLYif you can commit to this site Location: Pathology Dept, West Middlesex University Hospital, TW5 6AF AND/ORDu Cane Rd, London W12 0HS, Hammersmith Hospital.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Associate Practitioner will be responsible for providing technical support within the diagnostic laboratory in accordance with departmental protocols. Working under supervision, you will achieve proficiency in designated diagnostic areas, developing technical skills to resolve analytical issues and recognise urgent or clinically significant results. You will work across various sections of the laboratory to ensure tasks are completed to the required standards, while contributing to the maintenance of internal and external quality systems. The role requires full engagement with Trust policies, including health and safety, infection control and risk management. You will participate in departmental meetings, support the implementation of Trust procedures and contribute to the maintenance of accreditation standards across all sites. The post includes responsibilities for maintaining stocks of consumables, supporting colleagues to promote a cohesive team environment, undertaking structured training to meet required competencies and keeping personal knowledge and skills up to date through the Trusts performance and development processes. The job holder will be required to work out of hours, including unsocial hours and contractual overtime, in line with service requirements.

ONLY APPLYif you can commit to this site Location: Pathology Dept, West Middlesex University Hospital, TW5 6AF AND/ORDu Cane Rd, London W12 0HS, Hammersmith Hospital.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A Levels qualified,
  • including science subject or NVQ 4
  • or IBMS Certificate of Achievement
  • (Part 2) or Foundation degree
  • Or proven equivalent experience in a relevant discipline
  • Willing to undergo relevant training to ensure sound relevant
  • knowledge

Experience

Essential

  • Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory
  • work
  • Displays and maintains a high level of IT skills & keyboard
  • accuracy

Skills/Abilities

Essential

  • Able to provide and receive complex information and to
  • provide advice and training to other members of the team
  • Evidence of ability to plan and prioritise own work
  • Evidence of ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to communicate with service users and other members
  • of staff and professionals relevant to Laboratory services
  • Ability to follow and adhere to SOP and local policies whilst
  • working within ISO15189 standards or equivalent, fulfilling the quality requirements of UKAS
  • Ability to know ones limitations and when to seek advice
  • Ability to enter data accurately
  • Ability to work in a calm and methodical manner whilst under
  • pressure
  • Demonstrable passion for science
  • Prepared to work with biological materials
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A Levels qualified,
  • including science subject or NVQ 4
  • or IBMS Certificate of Achievement
  • (Part 2) or Foundation degree
  • Or proven equivalent experience in a relevant discipline
  • Willing to undergo relevant training to ensure sound relevant
  • knowledge

Experience

Essential

  • Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory
  • work
  • Displays and maintains a high level of IT skills & keyboard
  • accuracy

Skills/Abilities

Essential

  • Able to provide and receive complex information and to
  • provide advice and training to other members of the team
  • Evidence of ability to plan and prioritise own work
  • Evidence of ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to communicate with service users and other members
  • of staff and professionals relevant to Laboratory services
  • Ability to follow and adhere to SOP and local policies whilst
  • working within ISO15189 standards or equivalent, fulfilling the quality requirements of UKAS
  • Ability to know ones limitations and when to seek advice
  • Ability to enter data accurately
  • Ability to work in a calm and methodical manner whilst under
  • pressure
  • Demonstrable passion for science
  • Prepared to work with biological materials

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

The Bays

S Wharf Road

London

W2 1NY


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

The Bays

S Wharf Road

London

W2 1NY


Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Shkyler Burrowes

shkyler.burrowes@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

25 February 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£18.96 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9290-26-0241

Job locations

The Bays

S Wharf Road

London

W2 1NY


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