Job summary
The
Central Specimen Reception department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS trust
is looking to recruit a number of
Biomedical Support Workers (AfC Band 2) to join our friendly busy
team. We would welcome applications
from enthusiastic individuals who are able to work independently but crucially
as part of a team to ensure we deliver a comprehensive service.
We
support various aspects of Pathology including Blood Sciences, Immunology and
Microbiology.
Successful
candidates will have excellent communication skills and good attention to
detail. Candidates should work well as part of a team and be keen to learn
new skills. Previous laboratory experience is desirable, but not essential as
full training will be provided. Experience in laboratory LIMS, such as
Telepath would be an advantage.
Main duties of the job
To
collect, deliver, receive and assist in the processing of clinical diagnostic
specimens for biological testing
To
undertake routine clinical technical investigations, this may involve
operating complex equipment following standard operating procedures. Some of
this work may be under supervision.
To
enter and retrieve patient demographic details using the laboratory
information system
As
the job holder you will be required to work as a member of the departmental
team, communicating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare staff.
As
part of the team, you will be expected to perform a range of routine tasks in
support of biomedical, scientific and medical staff. You will be required to
have problem solving skills that will allow you to make judgements and
decisions about job related situations.
You
will be required to communicate information, some of which may be related to
patient management and care, to colleagues, healthcare staff and other
organizations.
You
will be expected to participate in the quality and improvement agenda of the
department / CSU.
About us
The
Pathology department is now starting to embark on an exciting opportunity as
the laboratory prepares to move the majority of the service to a new purpose
built laboratory located at St James Hospital with an acute laboratory to
support urgent work at LGI. An ability to work at either site will be
expected.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform appropriate technical
laboratory procedures and tasks that is consistent with the job holders
levels of knowledge, skills and experience. These tasks may vary from day to
day but examples would include:
o Collecting, receiving, sorting ,
distribution, disposal and administration
of diagnostic samples & documentation
o Basic recognition of samples/tissues
(eg. Blood / urine etc)
o Preparation of samples prior to
processing
o Preparation of chemical reagents and
simple set up of testing platforms
o Processing & testing of certain
clinical samples as per standard operating procedures
o Rejecting samples based on defined
criteria
o Safe disposal of clinical /
laboratory waste
o A high degree of dexterity and
precision when manipulating small tools such as pipettes, handling very small
volumes of clinical material or when preparing microscope slides for
examination by others is required. In order to achieve the required
turnaround times the work must be performed with both speed and accuracy.
To prepare materials for
distribution to clinical areas
To enter and retrieve patient
information using the laboratory computer system.
To work independently when and as
directed by supervisors within area and sphere of capability, escalating
issues appropriately.
To respond to telephone enquiries
from users of the service in a manner that is in accordance with departmental
procedures
To assist in the day to day
monitoring, cleaning and maintenance of the laboratory and equipment.
To contribute to general
departmental management by assisting in the ordering, receipt and control of
consumables and stock levels
To demonstrate relevant job related
tasks to new or more junior staff
To participate in the quality
agenda and compliance monitoring of the laboratory.
To actively participate in quality
and service improvement and be aware of basic principles of the Leeds
Improvement Method.
Maintain own competence in
established procedures and participate in relevant training where required
with support from line manager/ supervisor
Adopting and demonstrating a
flexible approach to work.
Other duties as commensurate with
the grade and role as agreed with line manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform appropriate technical
laboratory procedures and tasks that is consistent with the job holders
levels of knowledge, skills and experience. These tasks may vary from day to
day but examples would include:
o Collecting, receiving, sorting ,
distribution, disposal and administration
of diagnostic samples & documentation
o Basic recognition of samples/tissues
(eg. Blood / urine etc)
o Preparation of samples prior to
processing
o Preparation of chemical reagents and
simple set up of testing platforms
o Processing & testing of certain
clinical samples as per standard operating procedures
o Rejecting samples based on defined
criteria
o Safe disposal of clinical /
laboratory waste
o A high degree of dexterity and
precision when manipulating small tools such as pipettes, handling very small
volumes of clinical material or when preparing microscope slides for
examination by others is required. In order to achieve the required
turnaround times the work must be performed with both speed and accuracy.
To prepare materials for
distribution to clinical areas
To enter and retrieve patient
information using the laboratory computer system.
To work independently when and as
directed by supervisors within area and sphere of capability, escalating
issues appropriately.
To respond to telephone enquiries
from users of the service in a manner that is in accordance with departmental
procedures
To assist in the day to day
monitoring, cleaning and maintenance of the laboratory and equipment.
To contribute to general
departmental management by assisting in the ordering, receipt and control of
consumables and stock levels
To demonstrate relevant job related
tasks to new or more junior staff
To participate in the quality
agenda and compliance monitoring of the laboratory.
To actively participate in quality
and service improvement and be aware of basic principles of the Leeds
Improvement Method.
Maintain own competence in
established procedures and participate in relevant training where required
with support from line manager/ supervisor
Adopting and demonstrating a
flexible approach to work.
Other duties as commensurate with
the grade and role as agreed with line manager.
Person Specification
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Able to work in a team and independently
- Flexible approach to work
- Cross site working
- Good Communicator
- Friendly attitude
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Literate/Numerate. Maths & English GCSE standard or equivalent qualification / experience
- Basic computer skills are essential requirements of the job
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further in-house or formal training
Experience
Essential
- Basic knowledge of conventional IT software and IT literacy e.g. Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a laboratory.
Person Specification
Skills & Behaviours
Essential
- Able to work in a team and independently
- Flexible approach to work
- Cross site working
- Good Communicator
- Friendly attitude
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Literate/Numerate. Maths & English GCSE standard or equivalent qualification / experience
- Basic computer skills are essential requirements of the job
Desirable
- Willingness to undertake further in-house or formal training
Experience
Essential
- Basic knowledge of conventional IT software and IT literacy e.g. Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a laboratory.
