Healthcare Science Associate

1 month ago


Birkenhead, Wirral, United Kingdom Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

Job Overview

A vacancy has arisen for a Healthcare Science Associate (Band 4) to work in the Chester & Wirral Microbiology Service based at the laboratory in Bromborough, Wirral.

Core hours of work will be 09:00 to 17:30, Monday to Friday. Weekend working is typically 1 in 4. Night shifts 8pm - 8am towards the existing 24/7 rota are contractual.

You will have attained a minimum of NVQ Level 4 in Biomedical Science, a Foundation Degree in Biomedical Science or a full BSc relating to biology or chemistry.

Good communication skills and an excellent telephone manner are advantageous. Current laboratory experience essential.

Experience in microbiology or molecular biology would be advantageous but not essential as training will be provided.

Main Duties of the Job

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Healthcare Science Associate - Medical Microbiology position available with WUTH.

About Us

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Job Responsibilities

Please see Job overview & attached Job description for further information about the Healthcare Science Associate - Medical Microbiology position available with WUTH.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training

Essential

  • Foundation Degree in Biomedical Science or Full BSc in a Science

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a laboratory environment

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Ability to communicate and relate effectively, clearly, and professionally at all levels.
  • Commitment to learning. Shows a positive and enthusiastic attitude
  • Good time management skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Ability to communicate and relate effectively, clearly and professionally at all levels.
  • Comply with Trust Health & Safety Policy and Procedures. Maintain confidentiality in line with Trust's Policies.


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