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Healthcare Science Support Worker

1 month ago

Cardiff, United Kingdom Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Full time

Job summary

Would you like to be a part of a highly motivated, diverse, patient orientated laboratory team? If so, we have an opening in the Electron Microscopy unit within the department of Cellular Pathology. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, like-minded individual to support the delivery of services within our exciting University Health Board. If you are interested in laboratory work we would like to hear from you.

This is an excellent position for those with GCSE Science or equivalent, as training and support will be provided to individuals to develop the skills and knowledge required of this support role. In return we expect a commitment to deliver against high standards within our Quality Management System.

The Electron Microscopy unit is a busy unit, providing a service to the whole of wales and beyond. We are part of the the Cellular Pathology Department, which provides a diagnostic service for the City of Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan and provides tertiary services including Neuropathology and Foetal Pathology for the larger population of South east Wales and beyond.

Main duties of the job

Working within the Electron Microscopy unit, you will be an integral part of the cellular pathology team, supporting the Consultant Histopathologists and other members of the team to provide an accurate, and rapid diagnosis of the specimens received, to aide in the treatment of patients.

You will carry out, under supervision by qualified staff, the routine tasks in the laboratory not requiring all the specialist skills or training of an Associate Practitioner or Biomedical Scientist .

Perform basic clinical, technical or scientific laboratory tasks taking responsibility for the completion of tasks in areas of within the unit. This will involve the preparation and subsequent techniques of tissue/fluid samples, while ensuring that results are obtained in an efficient and timely manner.

Follow departmental protocols and procedures to undertake manual and automated techniques within the Department.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Education

Essential

GCSE's including science Excellent spoken and written English

Desirable

Science A levels Excellent communication skills

Personal attributes

Essential

Willing to learn

Desirable

Able to prioritise

Experience

Essential

Proven use of computer programmes Work within a laboratory setting

Desirable

Working within a cellular pathology laboratory

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