Tissue Coordinator / Laboratory Assistant and Theatre Administrator in Birmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED WED 12 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 3: £24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum
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Job description
Job summary
This is a unique, pivotal, and complex Band 3 role that spans bothlaboratory governanceandtheatre administrationwithin the Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre (BMEC).The primary focus is to ensurelegal compliancefor all human tissue activities under theHuman Tissue Act 2004and theHTA Licenceheld by BMEC. This involves meticulous tissue coordination, traceability, and archiving, as well as acting as the co-ordinator for the Donor Eye Retrieval Service.In addition, the post holder will providecomprehensive and efficient administrative supportto the Theatre Service and Managers, assisting with the administrative workload to ensure smooth clinical operations.The role requires exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach, as you will be operating under the guidance of the HTA Designated Individual and Theatre Managers.
Main duties of the job
Ensure strict legal compliance with theHuman Tissue Act 2004and the BMEC HTA Licence.Manage the full life-cycle of human tissue:coding, receipt, storage, tracking, and safe disposal.Maintain accuratepaperwork and electronic recordsfor complete traceability of tissues used for transplantation and research.Monitor specialiststorage equipment(e.g., -80?C freezers) and implement immediate remedial actions as needed.Manage andaudit tissue stock levelsand order transplant tissues.Providecomprehensive, efficient, and confidential administrative supportto the Theatre Service and Theatre Managers.Assist directly with theadministrative workload, using initiative and judgment to manage matters independently.Handle generaltelephone enquiriesfrom staff and medical colleagues.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
381-SS-7509953
Job location
sBirmingham Midland Eye CentreDudley RoadBirminghamB18 7QH
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role, please see the attached
Job description
and Personal Specification.
Job description
Person Specification
Experience
Essentialo
Experience
of using a computer, including Microsoft Office Packages, Windows, Word, spreadsheets, databasesoData inputting
Experience
.oExtensive administration
Experience
DesirableoTissue banking
Experience
oSpecialist ocular tissue handlingo
Experience
of working in a clinical environmentoNHS
Experience
Qualifications
EssentialoGood standard of education. E.g. Grade C GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English. Numerate.oLiterate.DesirableoRSA qualification in Business Administration or equivalent
Experience
.Personal QualitiesEssentialoAble to work as part of a team.oAble to maintain diaries effectively oTime management , prioritisation and organisation skillsoAble to produce good quality letters and other written documentationo Prioritisation and organisation skills
Person Specification
Experience
Essentialo
Experience
.oExtensive administration
Experience
DesirableoTissue banking
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
This is a unique, pivotal, and complex Band 3 role that spans bothlaboratory governanceandtheatre administrationwithin the Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre (BMEC).The primary focus is to ensurelegal compliancefor all human tissue activities under theHuman Tissue Act 2004and theHTA Licenceheld by BMEC. This involves meticulous tissue coordination, traceability, and archiving, as well as acting as the co-ordinator for the Donor Eye Retrieval Service.In addition, the post holder will providecomprehensive and efficient administrative supportto the Theatre Service and Managers, assisting with the administrative workload to ensure smooth clinical operations.The role requires exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach, as you will be operating under the guidance of the HTA Designated Individual and Theatre Managers.
Main duties of the job
Ensure strict legal compliance with theHuman Tissue Act 2004and the BMEC HTA Licence.Manage the full life-cycle of human tissue:coding, receipt, storage, tracking, and safe disposal.Maintain accuratepaperwork and electronic recordsfor complete traceability of tissues used for transplantation and research.Monitor specialiststorage equipment(e.g., -80?C freezers) and implement immediate remedial actions as needed.Manage andaudit tissue stock levelsand order transplant tissues.Providecomprehensive, efficient, and confidential administrative supportto the Theatre Service and Theatre Managers.Assist directly with theadministrative workload, using initiative and judgment to manage matters independently.Handle generaltelephone enquiriesfrom staff and medical colleagues.
About us
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose. When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it. Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.
Details
Date posted
12 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
381-SS-7509953
Job location
sBirmingham Midland Eye CentreDudley RoadBirminghamB18 7QH
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about this role, please see the attached
Job description
and Personal Specification.
Job description
Person Specification
Experience
Essentialo
Experience
of using a computer, including Microsoft Office Packages, Windows, Word, spreadsheets, databasesoData inputting
Experience
.oExtensive administration
Experience
DesirableoTissue banking
Experience
oSpecialist ocular tissue handlingo
Experience
of working in a clinical environmentoNHS
Experience
Qualifications
EssentialoGood standard of education. E.g. Grade C GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English. Numerate.oLiterate.DesirableoRSA qualification in Business Administration or equivalent
Experience
.Personal QualitiesEssentialoAble to work as part of a team.oAble to maintain diaries effectively oTime management , prioritisation and organisation skillsoAble to produce good quality letters and other written documentationo Prioritisation and organisation skills
Person Specification
Experience
Essentialo
Experience
.oExtensive administration
Experience
DesirableoTissue banking
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Employer
Details
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