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.
Please note this post does not meet the requirements needed for Sponsorship
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
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
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
- Stock management
- Role involves manual handling
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
- Stock management
- Role involves manual handling
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).
