Blood Sciences Biomedical Support Worker

Overview

We are looking for a willing and enthusiastic, three years Fixed Term Biomedical Support Worker to work across the Clinical Biochemistry and Microbiology departments to assist with the processing of Serology blood specimens.

Responsibilities

• Book in and receipting of blood specimens.
• Prepare specimens for analysis.
• Load and unload specimens onto analysers.
• Handle specimens for confirmatory testing.
• Assist Higher Biomedical Support Workers, Biomedical Scientists and senior Biomedical Scientists in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service.
• Support the Blood Borne Virus Opt‑Out Testing Initiative at Bedford and Luton & Dunstable Hospital sites.
• Contribute to day‑to‑day operations and limited technical aspects of the service.
• Assist in the delivery of a high quality, efficient and effective service through the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Follow policies and procedures ensuring compliance with UKAS standards, national and European legislation and discipline‑specific regulatory bodies.
• Assist in training other support staff when required.

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory or hospital experience is desirable.
• Willingness to receive full training – will be provided.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work across multiple departments.
• Knowledge or understanding of UKAS standards and laboratory quality management is an advantage.

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