Biomedical Support Worker St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustinLondoninLondonPUBLISHED THU 26 DEC 2024
Valuable initial laboratory experience that lays the foundation for a career in biomedical sciences.
Comprehensive training provided, enhancing practical skills and knowledge in biomedical support.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic 24/7 clinical environment, gaining exposure to diverse medical cases.
Contributions directly support patient care in busy A&E and acute services, fostering a sense of purpose.
Flexible shift patterns, including weekends and nights, offering potential for work-life balance.
Being part of a respected NHS pathology partnership, allowing for exposure to various laboratories and specialties.
Chance to develop strong teamwork and communication skills in a collaborative healthcare setting.
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Biomedical Support Worker for their South West London Pathology (SWLP) team, with potential duties at various SWLP locations as needed. The position involves participation in a 24/7 shift pattern, including weekends and nights, following a comprehensive training program. Key responsibilities include sample sorting and preparation, data entry, managing stock, responding to service user inquiries, and ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols. While the role does not contribute towards the IBMS Registration Portfolio, it is aimed at candidates aspiring to pursue a career in biomedical sciences.
The ideal candidate should possess strong attention to detail, flexibility, motivation, and excellent communication skills, demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and patient care. The SWLP is a collaborative NHS pathology service that aims to deliver integrated services across South West London, and the organisation is part of the Disability Confident employer scheme, promoting inclusive hiring practices.
The ideal candidate should possess strong attention to detail, flexibility, motivation, and excellent communication skills, demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and patient care. The SWLP is a collaborative NHS pathology service that aims to deliver integrated services across South West London, and the organisation is part of the Disability Confident employer scheme, promoting inclusive hiring practices.
Valuable initial laboratory experience that lays the foundation for a career in biomedical sciences.
Comprehensive training provided, enhancing practical skills and knowledge in biomedical support.
Opportunity to work in a dynamic 24/7 clinical environment, gaining exposure to diverse medical cases.
Contributions directly support patient care in busy A&E and acute services, fostering a sense of purpose.
Flexible shift patterns, including weekends and nights, offering potential for work-life balance.
Being part of a respected NHS pathology partnership, allowing for exposure to various laboratories and specialties.
Chance to develop strong teamwork and communication skills in a collaborative healthcare setting.
South West London Pathology (SWLP) are currently recruiting for a Biomedical Support Worker at St Georges University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
However, the post holder may be required to work at any of the SWLP sites as and when necessary.
Following training, the post holder will be expected to participate in the 24/7 shift pattern, which may include working weekends and nights.
Please Note
Previous candidates who have applied within the last 6 months need not apply again.
Candidates will be required to complete an assessment as part of the recruitment process.
The Clincal Blood Sciences laboratory operate a 24/7 shift system, providing cover to busy A&E and acute services. Cellular Pathology, Immunology and Microbiology laboratories are based at St Georges Hospital.
The Biomedical Support Worker Role Includes
pre-analytical sample sorting/preparation
data entry
receipt and maintenance of stock
attending to service user telephone queries
health and safety responsibilities
post-analytical procedures.
Although the post will not receive support in completing the IBMS Registration Portfolio, the role offers initial laboratory experience to candidates who wish to pursue a career in biomedical sciences. Full training will be provided.
You should have good attention to detail and be able to follow defined protocols. You should be flexible, highly motivated, have excellent communication skills and be a strong, enthusiastic team player, fully committed to patient care.
South West London Pathology (SWLP) is an NHS pathology partnership set up by St Georges University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Croydon Health Services NHS Trust and Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to provide a single, integrated pathology service across South West London and beyond.
On 1 May 2021, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust joined to form an expanded SWLP partnership.
Please find the attached job description which contains more information detailing the main responsibilities of the role.
This advert closes on Sunday 8 Dec 2024
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.
However, the post holder may be required to work at any of the SWLP sites as and when necessary.
Following training, the post holder will be expected to participate in the 24/7 shift pattern, which may include working weekends and nights.
Please Note
Previous candidates who have applied within the last 6 months need not apply again.
Candidates will be required to complete an assessment as part of the recruitment process.
The Clincal Blood Sciences laboratory operate a 24/7 shift system, providing cover to busy A&E and acute services. Cellular Pathology, Immunology and Microbiology laboratories are based at St Georges Hospital.
The Biomedical Support Worker Role Includes
pre-analytical sample sorting/preparation
data entry
receipt and maintenance of stock
attending to service user telephone queries
health and safety responsibilities
post-analytical procedures.
Although the post will not receive support in completing the IBMS Registration Portfolio, the role offers initial laboratory experience to candidates who wish to pursue a career in biomedical sciences. Full training will be provided.
You should have good attention to detail and be able to follow defined protocols. You should be flexible, highly motivated, have excellent communication skills and be a strong, enthusiastic team player, fully committed to patient care.
South West London Pathology (SWLP) is an NHS pathology partnership set up by St Georges University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Croydon Health Services NHS Trust and Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to provide a single, integrated pathology service across South West London and beyond.
On 1 May 2021, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust joined to form an expanded SWLP partnership.
Please find the attached job description which contains more information detailing the main responsibilities of the role.
This advert closes on Sunday 8 Dec 2024
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.
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