Healthcare Science Assistant Practitioner

2 weeks ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Wessex Genomics Laboratory Service (WGLS) in Salisbury for a full-time Healthcare Science Associate Practitioner to join our dynamic genomics team within the Cytogenetics Section.

The WGLS is a new integrated genomics testing service formed from the amalgamation of Wessex Regional Genetics Laboratory, now WGLS (Salisbury), and Molecular Pathology which is based at University Hospital Southampton (UHS).

The WGLS is part of the Central & South Genomic Laboratory Hub.
Employment will be with UHS but the role will be based at WGLS (Salisbury) within Salisbury District Hospital.

There are future plans to re-locate to a joint facility with WGLS (Southampton) in the Southampton area once a suitable site has been identified (with a minimum 1 year notice prior to relocation).

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below.

To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below.

To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.


As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.


All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.


Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London.

The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Your Responsibilities


You will join our diagnostic team who are committed to patient-centred service provision through accurate and timely data analysis, interpretation and reporting of genomic information.

Attention to detail is essential to ensure that patient results are delivered in a safe and efficient way in order to direct patient management and therapeutic decisions.


  • To process samples and data on a range of pathological specimens under the supervision of senior technical staff and clinical scientists for screening, diagnostic and monitoring purposes and provide accurate, timely and appropriate analytical data for testing inhouse and by external laboratories
  • Plan your workload based on sample priority and respond to changing requirements
  • Participate in quality improvement including the evaluation of equipment, techniques and protocols
  • Be responsible for maintaining stock levels in the section and for ensuring reagents and consumables are ordered in a timely manner
What we're looking for

  • Someone with A level or equivalent in at least two from Maths, English and Science at level A to C
  • Someone with previous laboratory experience and a knowledge of genomic processes
  • Someone with good attention to detail
  • Someone able to follow standard operating procedures
  • Someone able to demonstrate strong team working skills
  • Someone able to work Monday
  • Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm

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