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Biomedical Support Worker
3 weeks ago
Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Permanent Band 3 Biomedical Support Worker to join our Team.
As a Biomedical Support Worker you will work as an integral part of the laboratory team, assisting Biomedical Scientists within the laboratory, including the processing of clinical specimens for Bacteriological culture, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, undertaking housekeeping tasks within the laboratory and any other tasks required by the Scientific team.
Main duties of the job
1. At all times to act in accordance with and adhere to laboratory and Trust procedures and protocols.
2. To rotate (after suitable training and competency testing) through all sections of the Microbiology department.
3. To use personal protective equipment as required by the laboratory's health and safety procedures.
4. To carry out the pre analytical processing of samples received into the laboratory.
5. To process clinical specimens for Bacteriological culture.
6. To undertake the referral of specimens to reference laboratories.
7. To undertake housekeeping tasks including the disposal of laboratory waste and operation of autoclave sterilisers.
8. After suitable training, to carry out basic maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment.
9. To participate in rotas covering Extended days Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays as required.
10. To participate in mandatory training requirements of the Trust and attend training sessions and educational meetings as appropriate.
About us
"Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives."
Job description
Job responsibilities
11. To participate in annual joint review in accordance with the Trust appraisal policy.
12. To be aware of and support the goal of providing a quality driven patient centred service, participating in the laboratorys quality management procedures.
13. To rectify and or bring to the attention of more senior staff/Laboratory Management any issues compromising this goal.
14. To be courteous and professional when dealing with other health care professionals or patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Grades 9-4 (A*-C) at GCSE or Equivalent
Desirable
Qualification in Clinical Laboratory Support or IT/Keyboard skills (NVQ 3 level) or equivalent. Evidence of training in Health & Safety and Quality. Evidence of training in Customer Service.
Experience
Essential
Experience of working in a busy, high throughput environment.
Desirable
Previous experience of working in an NHS environment.
Knowledge
Essential
PC and word processing knowledge
Desirable
Broad knowledge of medical terminology.-
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