Biomedical Associate Practitioner
Closing date: 01 May 2026
Job title: Biomedical Associate Practitioner
Department: Blood Sciences - Chemical Pathology
Hours: 2 x Full Time, 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Interview date: 18 May 2026
Main duties of the job
An Associate Practitioner in an NHS Chemical Pathology laboratory is responsible for the efficient receipt, checking, and logging of patient samples on the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), ensuring all specimens meet acceptance criteria and are correctly prioritised. They prepare, centrifuge, aliquot, and store samples appropriately while assisting with referrals to external laboratories. Under the supervision of Biomedical Scientists, they operate and maintain automated chemistry analyzers to perform routine biochemical tests such as electrolytes, liver function, and lipid profiles, ensuring compliance with SOPs and quality control requirements. They accurately enter and verify patient data and results on LIMS, escalte any discrepancies, and contribute to troubleshooting flagged results. Additionally, they maintain stock levels of reagents and consumables, ensure proper reagent storage and equipment cleanliness, and uphold safety and infection control standards within the laboratory environment.
We are committed to the quality of service we provide our patients and users and have been awarded ISO15189 accreditation for Haematology/Blood Transfusion and Chemistry repertoire.
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and offers a range of flexible working practices.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
* Good standard of general education.
* Science/Math studied to A Level or equivalent, e.g., NVQ level 3, an approved Foundation Course in Science, or IBMS Certificate of Achievement.
* Foundation degree or degree in Biomedical Science or accredited degree.
* Knowledge of the principles of Health & Safety at Work.
Experience
* Experience in Pathology laboratory.
* Experience of working unsocial hours shift patterns.
* Experience to Vocational Qualification Level 3 or equivalent level plus additional theoretical or applied training in a specific discipline to diploma equivalent level.
Skills
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Ability to work in a team and be supportive to other team members.
* Concentration and attention to detail.
* Flexible approach.
* Forward thinking.
* Able and willing to work unsocial hours as required of the role.
Communication
* Good communication skills including a clear command of written and spoken English.
* Must have Information Technology skills.
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.
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
£28,392 to £31,157 a year (per annum, pro rata)
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