Biomedical Support Worker

8 months ago

Huddersfield, United Kingdom Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Main Tasks To take receipt of and sort clinical samples received from wards, clinics and general practice. To check the integrity of samples and prioritise urgent and unstable samples so they can be prioritised immediately on receipt. To unpack the samples, with reference to Health and Safety procedures and check that the requirements of the minimum data set are met for both request form and samples. To label the samples with laboratory numbers and input patient and sample information into the laboratory computer system.

This will involve making an assessment of the samples, sample types and clinical details before entering the appropriate tests into the computer system. To be able to solve day to day problems with samples received such as unlabelled and leaking specimens To undertake the pre-analytical processing of clinical samples and blood, with reference to departmental Standard Operating Procedures. To understand where different pathology tests are performed and direct samples to appropriate department/areas. Understand, perform and document daily quality checks on equipment.

Maintenance and housekeeping on all equipment, ensuring logs are completed. To answer telephone enquiries from users of the service using the laboratory computer system. To give out the results of laboratory tests in accordance with laboratory procedures. To maintain adequate levels of laboratory consumables and ensure weekly order is placed with pathology stores.

To be responsible, in accordance with laboratory Standard Operating Procedures and Health and safety procedures, for the safe disposal of clinical laboratory waste. To maintain a clean and safe working environment using appropriate disinfectants and cleaning materials. Willingness and ability to learn new skills To ensure adherence to the safety policies of Pathology and the Trust. To know and observe all Pathology safety codes and policies.

To be aware of the inherent hazards in the work and to take adequate precautions. To work with great care at all times and to report any new risks encountered and accidents occurring to the Laboratory Manager and the Pathology Health and Safety Supervisor. To have particular regard for the safety of others in the laboratory. Scientific and Technical Carry out such work as may be required in the different sections of the laboratory.

Receipt, sorting and organisation of samples prior to testing, prioritising urgent work (distinguishing between routine and urgent samples) Ensure that all sample and request forms adhere to the trusts minimum data set policy. Correctly label samples with a corresponding laboratory bar-code number, dedicated for individual sample types. Urine volume measurement, stabilisation and aliquots ready for analysis. Follow correct procedure with regards to infected spills and leaked samples.

Perform laboratory duties as described in standard operating procedures and following health and safety guidelines. Disposal of clinical waste in accordance with Health and Safety and COSSH Guidelines. Communicate with clinical staff in G.P surgeries, wards and outpatients departments to clarify details on request paperwork and sample labelling Use of the Trusts air-tube system. Maintain a personal level of competence in all areas of activity.

Monitor levels of stock consumables and liaise with senior staff with respect to re-ordering. IT Use the Trust and Departmental IT systems as required. Inputting patient details and tests requested into the IT systems. Use of local EPR systems for retrieval of patient data.

Use of enquire facilities on departmental IT systems for patients results. Produce patients report copies from the departmental IT system. Clerical and Administration Use of local IT systems to identify patients; search correct dates, sample results. Provide medical personnel with completed patients results, within professional guidelines.

Transfer incoming enquires to the relevant disciplines. Office duties include filing and distribution of reports to G.P surgeries, ward and other location as required. Produce patients report copies. Managing Self Participate in regular supervision.

Attend all mandatory training. Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal. Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols. Carry out duties with due regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity Policy.

Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary. Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times. Ensure maintenance of Professional Registration. Undertake all such reasonable other duties as may be required as part of the role.

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