University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Associate Practitioner
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Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Job Title: Associate Practitioner
Contract Type: Permanent
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in Pathology as an Associate Practitioner. You will rotate through sections of the laboratory, providing technical support to Biomedical Scientists and working alongside Biomedical Support Workers. Duties will include processing of clinical samples, maintenance of equipment, and training other members of staff when you have gained competence in section.
Please note high volume of applications may result in the advert closing early.
The department processes over 1,000,000 specimens per year. We employ almost 100 staff and provide a comprehensive 7 day service covering bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, serology and parasitology and molecular testing.
The role involves 24/7 working on a shift pattern, including earlies, cores, lates, and night shifts. Candidates must be able to work all these shifts. Weekends and bank holidays are also worked on a rotation.
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As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for processing a range of pathological specimens under the supervision of qualified scientists for screening, diagnostic and monitoring purposes and provide accurate, timely and appropriate analytical data.
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- Demonstrable team working and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality and professional standards of behaviour as part of a diverse workforce.
Must be able to work full shift pattern across a 24 hour period which also includes weekends and bank holidays. Experience in a clinical diagnostic laboratory is essential for this role.
Person specification
Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Essential criteria
- GCSE grade 4 and above (or equivalent) in Maths, English and Science
- Science focussed Foundation degree or equivalent
- Or IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 2 or equivalent
- Or Level 4-degree apprenticeship in healthcare science or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Previous knowledge of hospital IT systems
- Previous Laboratory experience
Skills
Essential criteria
- Literate and numerate
- Attention to detail
- Keyboard skills
- Data entry
Trust Values
Essential criteria
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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