Associate Practitioner

The South of Tyne Pathology Service is an established consolidated network with laboratories across three sites, servicing both Gateshead and South Tyneside/Sunderland trusts.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion Service for an Associate Practitioner position to work across the three hospital sites. The position is part time (0.75 WTE).

The post holder will contribute to the provision of the clinical laboratory service, as part of a team of Biomedical Scientists and support workers, performing work activities in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures. Under the guidance of qualified staff, the Associate Practitioner will be responsible for performing a range of scientific procedures on biological samples that contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and the investigation of other pathological processes.

Our forward thinking and innovative department has state of the art equipment and technology and a fantastic training ethos to encourage development of staff to reach their full potential.

The clinical laboratory team provides a High Quality Specialist Diagnostic Service to improve the Health Care of the people of South of Tyne and Wear.

As part of the team the post holder will be expected to further develop knowledge and skills in a range of specialist diagnostic techniques within the Haematology and Blood Transfusion department.
- An innovative, forward looking approach
- Excellent interpersonal / communication skills
- Enthusiasm to learn and develop technical knowledge
- Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment

The posts will be on Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust terms and conditions of employment.

Full participation in the relevant Department’s extended working day and the out of hours service is a mandatory requirement of all posts following suitable training.

The Laboratories are situated in the heart of the North East, close to the historic and cultural cities of Newcastle and Durham. The area offers excellent leisure, sport and shopping facilities with the Northumbria coast and countryside nearby. There are excellent transport links both regionally and between the laboratory sites.

The Trust also offers key additional benefits such as onsite childcare facilities, cycle to work schemes, discounted travel options and health and well being initiatives.

A detailed description of key duties and responsibilities can be found within the attached job description