Job overview
We are a seeking an keen, well organised, highly motivated individual to join our multidisciplinary team. Applications are invited for the post of Associate Practitioner to work within the Blood Sciences Laboratory. The post will involve working across University Hospitals Dorset in Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry at Poole, and the brand new laboratories in the Dorset Pathology Hub at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. The post will provide significant opportunities for both personal development and service improvements. Excellent technical skills, attention to detail and good personal organisation are essential to the post, together with an positive attitude towards the role. You are expected to be qualified to, a minimum of, 2 Science ‘A’ Levels to include Biology or Chemistry, or NVQ Level 3 (Laboratory and Associated Technical Activities or equivalent), or Access to Higher Education (Science). Previous biomedical laboratory experience is desirable. Participation in the department’s out of hours rota is a requirement of the post. Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital Interview Date: TBC Main duties of the job Under the supervision of HCPC registered staff Associate Practitioners assist in the analysis of blood, body fluids, tissues and cells to determine the presence or absence of disease, to enable diagnosis and also to monitor the effectiveness of treatment. They also assist in analysis which enable population screening for inherited or malignant disorders. The post holder is required be responsible for the direct supervision of Healthcare Support Workers, assist in the maintenance and running of specialist equipment in all sections. For full information on the role, please see the attached job description and person specification. Working for our organisation Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview. Detailed job description and main responsibilities For full information on the role and responsibilities, please see the attached job description and person specification. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Higher education/NVQ Level 3/A Levels Desirable criteria Honours degree or currently studying for Honours degree acceptable by IBMS Experience Essential criteria Laboratory Competence Desirable criteria Previous experience in a blood sciences laboratory Knowledge Essential criteria Biomedical Tests Understanding of principles of analytical processes CPD Health & Safety Desirable criteria Disease Understanding Skills Essential criteria Application shows evidence of good organisation skills Application shows evidence of good communication skills Application shows evidence of ability to train staff Personal Attributes Essential criteria Initiative Out of hours working Team player