Advanced biomedical Support Worker

Advanced biomedical Support Worker (a1WNz000004m2wTMAQ) Kingston upon Thames, England

Salary: GBP13.17 – GBP16.17 per hour

Advanced Biomedical Support Worker Band 3 Clinical Blood Sciences

Monday to Sunday | Rotating shift pattern including some 12-hour night shifts. | To be an efficient and flexible member of the SWL Pathology team providing a consistently high-quality and professional service to all users of the service.

Introduction

SWL Pathology is seeking an Advanced Biomedical Support Worker Band 3 to support the Clinical Blood Sciences team. This role operates on a rotating shift pattern and applicants must be available to work Monday to Sunday. Flexibility is essential, as the role includes some 12-hour night shifts.

Key Duties:

• Assist and support registered Biomedical Scientists in providing a professional laboratory service.
• Contribute to the efficient and effective running of the department and sections as appropriate.
• Provide basic clinical technical services to patients that may include research and audit samples.
• Work in a designated area of the department under the supervision of a section leader whilst organising own work tasks and activities.
• Weigh and measure volumes and make up solutions accurately.
• Process basic quality assurance on analysers and report findings to a more senior member of staff.
• Understand and perform work in accordance with standard operational policies using basic theoretical knowledge.
• Ensure documentation is maintained to the SWL Pathology standard, including electronic records.
• Solve problems within the work area and refer unresolved problems to a more senior member of staff.
• Perform assigned laboratory tests under supervision.
• Prepare specimens for diagnostic testing.
• Prioritise urgent work.
• Contribute towards a culture of quality within the department and comply with and promote quality initiatives consistent with maintaining laboratory accreditation.

Requirements:

• GCSE/O Levels in Maths, English Language, Biology and Chemistry, or equivalent.
• Proven experience of working in a diagnostic pathology department.
• Knowledge across a range of laboratory procedures.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate information accurately.
• Ability to follow written methodologies or protocols.
• Basic computer skills.
• Organised and methodical approach to work.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Preparedness to work with biological materials.
• Awareness of health and safety issues.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge.

What We Offer:

The opportunity to work as part of the SWL Pathology team within Clinical Blood Sciences.

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