Microbiology Biomedical Assistant
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust
Job Summary
Are you looking to start or develop an exciting career in biomedical sciences? Do you have a passion for healthcare and want to support life‑changing diagnostic services? Join our Microbiology team within Coventry & Warwickshire Pathology Services and play a crucial role in supporting biomedical scientists as they provide essential diagnostic services to patients across the region.
What We're Looking For
* A keen interest in biomedical sciences and laboratory work.
* Relevant qualifications or experience in healthcare/science (desirable but not essential).
* Strong teamwork skills and an eagerness to learn.
* Attention to detail and commitment to high standards of patient care.
Why Join Us
* Opportunity to work alongside expert biomedical scientists.
* On‑the‑job training and learning opportunities.
* Meaningful work supporting vital healthcare diagnostics.
* Supportive team environment within a leading NHS service.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main Duties of the Job
* Responsible for inputting accurate and timely patient and specimen data onto Trust computerised systems.
* Responsible for the safe disposal of contaminated materials, including sharps and confidential waste.
* Undertake first point of contact for all telephone and face‑to‑face enquiries in a professional manner.
* Responsible for the sorting and identifying of specimens received, and taking appropriate action in the event of any discrepancies.
* Undertake preparation of an extended range of samples for testing by laboratory staff and provide support with laboratory tasks as required by BMS staff.
* Potential to work in the containment level 3 facilities to perform primary specimen processing and laboratory housekeeping; working to embedded stringent safety systems.
* Preparation of basic confirmatory/supplementary work to support BMS staff, but excluding unsupervised interpretive tasks.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
About the Trust
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.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation. By joining our exciting journey, you will be part of a passionate, talented team and will have access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
Details
* Date posted: 08 December 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 3
* Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full‑time
* Reference number: 218-HSS-B3-7664441
* Job location: University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX
Job Responsibilities
* Responsible for the dispatching and posting of samples to authorised persons and outside laboratories ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations.
* Undertake agreed clinical and non‑clinical tasks following training ensuring referral to appropriately trained staff as required.
* Participate in the training and support less experienced members of staff in their orientation to the department and role.
* Act as the first contact point for routine daily maintenance problems on analysers.
* Participate in appraisals and personal reviews and work to achieve personal objectives.
* Operate and perform maintenance on a range of manual, semi‑automated and fully automated laboratory equipment and analysers.
* At all times work according to policies and Standard Operative Procedures and bring to the attention of scientific staff any changes in practices.
* Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards.
* Adhere to correct laboratory procedures following accidents, injuries, spillages and breakages and ensure that these are reported to the appropriate officer.
Person Specification
* Qualifications: See supporting documents.
* Experience: See supporting documents.
* Desirable: See supporting documents.
* Knowledge: See supporting documents.
* Skills: See supporting documents.
* Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours: See supporting documents.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Applications are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Employer Details
* Employer name: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
* Address: University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX
* Website: https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk
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