Specimen Reception Team Leader

1 week ago


Coventry, United Kingdom University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a flexible and enthusiastic Band 3 BMA Team leader for our UHCW Site in Coventry.

The post holder will provide support to the Specimen Reception Supervisor by performing pre and post analytical tasks on pathological specimens, in accordance with standard laboratory operating procedures.

The successful applicant will provide support in delivering training, compiling staff rotas and ensuring BMA staff compliance with KPIs, including performing PDRs. They will also assist with audits, incident investigation and the reviewing of laboratory documentation such as SOPs and working instructions. Full training and support will be given.

The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly across shifts and weekends in line with service requirements.

**Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the advert will be closed once sufficient applications have been received.**

Main duties of the job

1. Responsible for inputting accurate and timely patient and specimen data on to Trust computerised systems. They must be experienced in all elements of specimen reception.

2. Undertake Competency assessments of the specimen reception procedures to all new staff.

3. To be a point of reference for Health and safety for the department attending and supporting regular Health and Safety meetings held by the division in the absence of the Specimen Reception Supervisor.

4. Responsible for monitoring and recording of staff leave / absence.

5. Responsible for ensuring mandatory training is completed.

6. To undertake all duties as performed by the specimen reception supervisor in their absence.

7. To support the specimen reception supervisor in their role.

Please be advised there is a proposed interview date of 18th December 2024.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Responsible for inputting accurate and timely patient and specimen data on to Trust computerised systems. They must be experienced in all elements of specimen reception.

2. Undertake Competency assessments of the specimen reception procedures to all new staff.

3. To be a point of reference for Health and safety for the department attending and supporting regular Health and Safety meetings held by the division in the absence of the Specimen Reception Supervisor.

4. Responsible for monitoring and recording of staff leave / absence.

5. Responsible for ensuring mandatory training is completed.

6. To undertake all duties as performed by the specimen reception supervisor in their absence.

7. To support the specimen reception supervisor in their role.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

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