Job summary
To work as part of a team to perform technical and clerical duties inreceiving and preparing specimens for dissection and microtomy in CellularPathology.
Work to necessary standards within the guidelines of Health and Safety, following Standard Operating Procedures. Performs more technical support tasks under supervision.
The Cellular Pathology Department is looking for enthusiastic people to join our professional team at Swansea Bay University Health Board.
We are a busy department, processing over 35,000 specimens per year. You will be working as part of professional team, who are committed to providing a high quality service to the patients of Swansea Bay HB.
There are also many training opportunities, with full training being provided. Also there are exciting opportunities for career development within the department and the Health Board.
Main duties of the job
We are currently looking to fill a full time (37.5hrs) vacancy in our very busy department. We are primarily based at Singleton Hospital but there will be a requirement to work at Morriston Hospital.
You will be required to carry outlaboratory-based support tasks to include specimen reception, data entry and preparation of specimens for processing and reporting.
We are looking for a well organised person able to work to tight schedules, who willuse their own initiative.
You must have good communication skills as this role requires continuous communication with all levels of staff to ensure that work is processed in a timely and efficient manner.In house training will be provided
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to applyThe ability to travel between sites in a timely manner is essential for this role.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or able to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience
Desirable
- Basic keyboard qualification. (ECDL)
- Any science related qualification
- Good knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Awareness of policies and procedures relating to dealing with confidential data, both personal and organisational
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of knowledge, skills and experience at NVQ 3 level.
Desirable
- Worked in laboratory environment, understanding of pathology service.
- Working in an NHS environment
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and manage own workload Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure to organise multiply tasks
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work within a team and to take direction from senior team members Ability to problem solve and fact finding.
Desirable
- Understanding of medical terminology
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
- Interest in science
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or able to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience
Desirable
- Basic keyboard qualification. (ECDL)
- Any science related qualification
- Good knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Awareness of policies and procedures relating to dealing with confidential data, both personal and organisational
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of knowledge, skills and experience at NVQ 3 level.
Desirable
- Worked in laboratory environment, understanding of pathology service.
- Working in an NHS environment
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and manage own workload Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure to organise multiply tasks
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work within a team and to take direction from senior team members Ability to problem solve and fact finding.
Desirable
- Understanding of medical terminology
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
- Interest in science
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).
