Overview
We are seeking a 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 personal development and service improvements. Excellent technical skills, attention to detail and good personal organisation are essential to the post, together with a 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
Responsibilities
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 monitor the effectiveness of treatment. They also assist in analysis which enable population screening for inherited or malignant disorders. The post holder is required to 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.
About us
Our values define who we are as Team UHD. 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.
Details
Date posted: 05 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 4
Salary: £27,485 to £30,162 a year pa
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 153-SP05005
Job locations: The Dorset Pathology Hub, Bournemouth, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, BH7 7DW
Job responsibilities
For full information on the role and responsibilities, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Essential: Higher education/NVQ Level 3/A Levels (2)
* Desirable: Honours degree or currently studying for Honours degree acceptable by IBMS
Experience
* Essential: Laboratory Competence
* Desirable: Previous experience in a blood sciences laboratory
Knowledge
* Essential: Biomedical Tests, Understanding of principles of analytical processes, CPD, Health & Safety
* Desirable: Disease Understanding
Skills
* Essential: Evidence of good organisation skills, evidence of good communication skills, ability to train staff
Personal Attributes
* Essential: Initiative, Out of hours working, Team player
Other information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address: The Dorset Pathology Hub, Bournemouth, Deansleigh Road, Bournemouth, BH7 7DW
Employer's website: UHD Careers (opens in a new tab)
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