We are looking to recruit a flexible and enthusiastic Band 4 Specimen Reception Supervisor for our GEH Site in Nuneaton.
There are multiple specimen reception areas and ancillary data entry facilities across the CWPS network. This post is to support the Section Manager in the day to day operational management of one or more of these facilities. The post holder will be responsible for delivering training and the development of Biomedical Assistant (BMA) staff. They will be responsible for supervision BMA staff in reception and/or laboratory areas, and allocation of work in conjunction with section managers to ensure a smooth workflow. There may also be an element of more advanced specimen processing dependant on the area of employment.
Full training and support will be given.
The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly across shifts and weekends in line with service requirements.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the advert will be closed once sufficient applications have been received.
Please be advised this position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Key Responsibilities
* Assists the Section Manager in the daily organisation and direction of staff working in the designated specimen reception/laboratory area and ancillary booking in areas.
* Undertakes competency assessments of the specimen reception procedures to all new staff, participates in appraisals and personal reviews, and works to achieve personal objectives.
* Assists the Section Manager in maintaining the annual leave and sickness records for staff working in the designated Specimen Reception Area.
* Produces rotas where applicable to cover duties in the designated work area.
* Fully competent in all aspects of the operation of the designated Pathology Specimen Reception Area(s) and ancillary booking, enabling the post-holder to contribute to the work of the department.
* Familiar with higher level BMA duties performed throughout the laboratory areas, and where appropriate performs such tasks.
* Acts as the second point of contact for phone calls and face‑to‑face enquiries where more demanding enquiries are made, dealing with calls in a professional manner.
* Liaises with staff in all other areas of pathology, ensuring the timely distribution and processing of samples across the pathology network.
* Oversees the dispatching and posting of samples to reference facilities, ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations.
* Responsible to the section manager for the operation and periodic maintenance of the modular pre‑analytical system or other analyser systems as appropriate, ensuring staff are trained to perform maintenance and troubleshooting.
* Works within Pathology Standard Operating procedures and general laboratory procedures and policies.
* Records and investigates delegated laboratory and non‑laboratory non‑conformities.
* Participates in quality system audits.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
This advert closes on Friday 3 Apr 2026.
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