Healthcare Science Associate Practitioner

3 weeks ago


Swansea, City and County of Swansea, United Kingdom Swansea Bay University Health Board Full time

Job summary

Ideally, you will have a Level 4 Science Qualification (HNC/NVQ/Certificate of Achievement Part I & II) or an appropriate Level 3 qualification PLUS additional theoretical or applied training to diploma level equivalent.

However if you have a degree - either a Science degree or an Arts degree, then we can offer you free training for this role, along with the opportunity to study for further qualifications to advance your career later if you so wish.

Please Note: Consideration will also be given to candidates, many of whom will already be working in the NHS in alternative roles, who do not fulfil all the essential Qualifications &/or Knowledge but are working towards a Level 4 equivalent qualification or have significant previous experience.

If you're not sure whether you could apply for this job, or if you have any queries, please don't hesitate to contact the recruiting manager for a chat - please send your name and contact number to Louise Thomas on and she will contact you to arrange a suitable time to chat.

Main duties of the job

As part of your duties, you will be trained to operate laboratory equipment to carry out diagnostic tests on patients. We are looking for a dynamic individual, ideally but not necessarily, with a background in science who is keen to learn and develop in a stimulating and rewarding environment. The Laboratory Medicine Department is made up of Biochemistry, Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Specialist Laboratories. On completion of full training you will be expected to work in all these areas on rotation and contribute to the out of hours rota.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

Level 4 Health Science qualification or equivalent laboratory experience, or appropriate NVQ 3 level plus additional theoretical or applied training in specific discipline to L4 diploma equivalent level (to include A-levels and the IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part I and II) GCSE Maths, English, Science (Grade 9-4 - previously known as A-C Grade)

EXPERIENCE, APTITUDE AND ABILITIES

Essential

Effective communication skills Ability to work individually and as part of a team

Desirable

Experience of working in a pathology laboratory at Associate Practitioner level Interest in Science and background knowledge of Pathology, in particular the Disciplines within Laboratory Medicine Experience working in a Clinical Laboratory

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