Job summary
Job Title: Biomedical Assistant (BMA) - Clinical Microbiology
Band: 2
Base: Your primary base will be Leicester Royal Infirmary; however you may be required to work in other designated locations of the Trust as well as your primary base. In particular, flexibility is required across the three main hospital sites (Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield Hospital). If your initial location is one of these sites excess travel reimbursement would not apply for a permanent or temporary change of base.
Reports to: Line managers
Accountable to: Departmental General Manager
The laboratory provides a 24/7 day diagnostic service throughout the year. All staff employed will be working on a 24/7 contract. The hours of working are to be confirmed at interview.
Main duties of the job
- To carry out, under supervision by qualified staff, routine tasks in the laboratory which do not require the interpretive skills or training to become a Registered Biomedical Scientist
- To rotate between the sections of the laboratory as required
- To assist in the provision of a microbiological service that is of high quality and cost effective for clinical, environmental, research and training purposes.
- Perform other technical duties as required within post-holder's training and competence.
- To perform any other duties required by the Operational Head of Department commensurate with grade.
- Training relevant to this post, including safety aspects in the handling of microbiological material, will be given.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
o We focus on what matters most
o We treat others how we would like to be treated
o We are passionate and creative in our work
o We do what we say we are going to do
o We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The list of specific duties as described by the Departments General Manager or deputies will include but not limited to:
- Registration of patient / sample data
- Take telephone enquiries and perform other clerical duties
- Making safe and disposal of laboratory waste
- Washing up of glassware and other consumables
- Receipt, sorting and numbering of specimens
- Separating serum specimens
- Setting up microbiological cultures
- Packaging specimens for reference laboratories
- Preparation of media / reagents / stains
- Recycling of laboratory consumables and kit preparation
- Ordering, Receipt and distribution of laboratory stock.
- Distribution and collection of specimens, media and equipment
- Sorting, copying and posting reports
Job description
Job responsibilities
The list of specific duties as described by the Departments General Manager or deputies will include but not limited to:
- Registration of patient / sample data
- Take telephone enquiries and perform other clerical duties
- Making safe and disposal of laboratory waste
- Washing up of glassware and other consumables
- Receipt, sorting and numbering of specimens
- Separating serum specimens
- Setting up microbiological cultures
- Packaging specimens for reference laboratories
- Preparation of media / reagents / stains
- Recycling of laboratory consumables and kit preparation
- Ordering, Receipt and distribution of laboratory stock.
- Distribution and collection of specimens, media and equipment
- Sorting, copying and posting reports
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to secondary level including Math's and English language
Desirable
- Studied science at secondary level
- IT or keyboard qualification. RSA1 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- IT / Keyboard Skills, Word processing, spread sheets and laboratory information system
Desirable
- Laboratory / healthcare experience
- Awareness of H&S issues / advanced techniques
Communication
Essential
- Evidence of good communication skills
Planning and organisation
Essential
- Evidence of prioritising work / using own initiative
Desirable
- Ability to work under pressure
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to work accurately and methodically following written protocols
Skills
Essential
- Able to maintain concentration for prolonged periods at various tasks
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to secondary level including Math's and English language
Desirable
- Studied science at secondary level
- IT or keyboard qualification. RSA1 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
- IT / Keyboard Skills, Word processing, spread sheets and laboratory information system
Desirable
- Laboratory / healthcare experience
- Awareness of H&S issues / advanced techniques
Communication
Essential
- Evidence of good communication skills
Planning and organisation
Essential
- Evidence of prioritising work / using own initiative
Desirable
- Ability to work under pressure
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to work accurately and methodically following written protocols
Skills
Essential
- Able to maintain concentration for prolonged periods at various tasks
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).
