Job summary
There is a Assistant Practitioner vacancy in Biochemistry working
across Dewsbury & District Hospital and Pinderfields Hospital, at the Mid Yorkshire
Hospitals NHS trust.
This is an
exciting opportunity to join a busy Biochemistry department, processing patient
samples and performing a broad range of scientific tasks as required by the
biomedical scientist staff.
We believe
everyone matters. We recognise everyone has unique experiences, and we strive
to give care that meets each persons needs. Our staff are as diverse as the
communities we serve. And we believe we are stronger when we celebrate, value
and support our differences.
We believe
if our staff are happy, our patients experience will be positive. Were
listening, learning and improving because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best
place to work and the best place for care. We support each other through the
good and challenging times. And were proud to make a difference to the lives of
our patients and their families.
Main duties of the job
To
carry out a broad range of scientific and technical work within the department
as required by biomedical scientist staff.
To
carry out testing on a range of bodily fluids and tissues many of which may be
highly infectious and extremely unpleasant.
To
deal with any spillages of noxious and toxic chemicals and bodily fluids
according to standard operating procedures.
To
carry out a range of routine technical tasks using analytical skills The range
of tasks will be dependent on the area in which they are working.
To
work under supervision as required by managers, either as part of the out of
hour's service provision or during the normal working day.
To
follow quality control procedures as set out in the departmental instructions.
To
work accurately and precisely in a conscientious, disciplined and flexible way.
To
maintain high technical standards and ensure that such areas in which they work
are kept clean and tidy.
To
carry out routine and emergency maintenance and calibration of equipment both
inside and outside the department as appropriate and to identify problems
associated with equipment used to your managers.
To
conduct audit in line with UKAS requirements and to participate in other
internal and external audit activity as required.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will have responsibility for carrying out the scientific and
technical work within the Biochemistry Department under the management of
senior biomedical staff. Key objectives include:
To
provide a high quality and timely service.
To
follow departmental procedures and health and safety rules at all times.
To
avoid waste and work in a cost-effective way at all times.
To
identify problems within the areas that they are working and report them to
their manager.
To
maintain clear and concise communication with users of the service at all
times.
To
take part in any training required to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of all
equipment and techniques used in areas in which they work.
To
help to ensure that all work is carried out to the standards necessary for UKAS
Accreditation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
post holder will have responsibility for carrying out the scientific and
technical work within the Biochemistry Department under the management of
senior biomedical staff. Key objectives include:
To
provide a high quality and timely service.
To
follow departmental procedures and health and safety rules at all times.
To
avoid waste and work in a cost-effective way at all times.
To
identify problems within the areas that they are working and report them to
their manager.
To
maintain clear and concise communication with users of the service at all
times.
To
take part in any training required to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of all
equipment and techniques used in areas in which they work.
To
help to ensure that all work is carried out to the standards necessary for UKAS
Accreditation.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate clearly and precisely with all levels of staff inside and outside of Pathology.
- Able to follow procedures and have attention to detail.
Desirable
- Basic IT skills
- Able to demonstrate good laboratory practice in their work.
Behaviour and Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work well in a small team and independently.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Enthusiasm to undertake appropriate training as required to facilitate service developments.
Desirable
- Willingness to work flexibly.
- Friendly and approachable.
- Be reliable and dependable as part of the team.
- Uphold Trust behaviours.
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 4 Science qualification (Pass Degree BSc, HNC/HND or foundation degree in a science area) or other qualification/certificate of competency.
Desirable
- Suitable qualifications in Information Technology (e.g. CLAIT/ECDL). Suitable qualifications in Health and Safety.
Experience
Desirable
- Working in an NHS laboratory as a associate/Assistant Practitioner or Medical Laboratory assistant. Working in an NHS ward/clinic setting.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- A reasonable knowledge of health and safety principles applicable in working within a laboratory environment.
- A reasonable understanding of science.
- Must understand the nature of patient confidentiality.
Desirable
- A knowledge of Health and Safety law and its application.
- Working in an NHS laboratory as an Associate Practitioner or Medical Laboratory Assistant.
- Working in an NHS ward/clinic setting.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate clearly and precisely with all levels of staff inside and outside of Pathology.
- Able to follow procedures and have attention to detail.
Desirable
- Basic IT skills
- Able to demonstrate good laboratory practice in their work.
Behaviour and Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to work well in a small team and independently.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Enthusiasm to undertake appropriate training as required to facilitate service developments.
Desirable
- Willingness to work flexibly.
- Friendly and approachable.
- Be reliable and dependable as part of the team.
- Uphold Trust behaviours.
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 4 Science qualification (Pass Degree BSc, HNC/HND or foundation degree in a science area) or other qualification/certificate of competency.
Desirable
- Suitable qualifications in Information Technology (e.g. CLAIT/ECDL). Suitable qualifications in Health and Safety.
Experience
Desirable
- Working in an NHS laboratory as a associate/Assistant Practitioner or Medical Laboratory assistant. Working in an NHS ward/clinic setting.
Knowledge and Awareness
Essential
- A reasonable knowledge of health and safety principles applicable in working within a laboratory environment.
- A reasonable understanding of science.
- Must understand the nature of patient confidentiality.
Desirable
- A knowledge of Health and Safety law and its application.
- Working in an NHS laboratory as an Associate Practitioner or Medical Laboratory Assistant.
- Working in an NHS ward/clinic setting.
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).
