Job summary
The Cellular Pathology Department at East Sussex Healthcare Trust is looking to recruit a highly motivated 'Pathology Assistant' (PA) to join our busy, yet friendly department. We have a part time position available, 30 hours per week.
Applications are invited from enthusiastic individuals who have an interest in Healthcare Sciences and are keen and committed to learning new skills that are associated with this post.
The post holder will provide support to the Scientific and Consultant staffs of the department by carrying out non-interpretative laboratory procedures.
Main duties of the job
Duties will include unpacking, sorting and booking in samples, preparing reagents, assisting consultant staff and biomedical scientists, performing simple analytical procedures and some more general tasks of this nature.
About us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education to GCSE Grade C or above, with English and Maths
- NVQ 3 level qualification in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience and knowledge
Desirable
- Order entry and enquiry computer skills using the APEX System
- NVQ diploma in Laboratory Science or equivalent level of experience and knowledge
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of and commitment to healthcare
Desirable
- Experience in Pathology laboratory techniques
- Experience of working in Histology and/or Cytology laboratories
- Previous experience of working as part of a clinical team
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate verbally and non-verbally with people at all levels
Desirable
- Good knowledge of relevant laboratory techniques as required for staff in this post
Other
Essential
- Able to independently travel to both sites in an efficient and timely manner.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education to GCSE Grade C or above, with English and Maths
- NVQ 3 level qualification in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience and knowledge
Desirable
- Order entry and enquiry computer skills using the APEX System
- NVQ diploma in Laboratory Science or equivalent level of experience and knowledge
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of and commitment to healthcare
Desirable
- Experience in Pathology laboratory techniques
- Experience of working in Histology and/or Cytology laboratories
- Previous experience of working as part of a clinical team
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate verbally and non-verbally with people at all levels
Desirable
- Good knowledge of relevant laboratory techniques as required for staff in this post
Other
Essential
- Able to independently travel to both sites in an efficient and timely manner.
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).
