Job Overview
Are you looking for a Higher Clinical Support Worker position with a desire to work as part of the largest NHS led Pathology Services in the UK? You will be based at Wexham Park Hospital.
Working Hours
The role requires participation in a shift system and weekend rota to meet service needs. Typical shifts are from 7:00 AM to 3:15 PM, 9:00 AM to 5:15 PM, and 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Responsibilities
* Operating sophisticated automated laboratory equipment and performing manual techniques under supervision.
* Communicating effectively with hospital clinicians, general practitioners, other healthcare professionals, patients, representatives, and commercial suppliers.
* Ensuring efficiency and accuracy in laboratory processes, maintaining high standards of organization, and demonstrating strong attention to detail.
* Utilizing good keyboard skills for data entry and documentation.
* Working as part of a team while demonstrating reliability and strong practical skills.
* Archive and retrieve specimens and associated data in line with laboratory protocols.
* Maintain archived materials and ensure compliance with audit trail requirements.
* Assist in maintaining and updating laboratory inventory systems.
* Monitor stock levels, ensuring appropriate storage conditions for reagents and/or blood products.
* Ensure batch numbers and expiry dates are recorded accurately to maintain reagent viability.
* Support stock rotation processes to minimise waste and optimise resource use.
* Report any discrepancies in stock levels to the appropriate supervisor.
* Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
* Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines.
* Participate in laboratory audits and quality assurance processes as required.
Visa Sponsorship
This position is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the contract.
Qualifications – Essential Criteria
* Good basic education to include GCSE O Levels / A Levels or NVQ level 3 or IBMS Certificate of Achievement (Part 1).
* Willingness to undergo relevant training.
Qualifications – Desirable Criteria
* ECDL.
* Basic educational qualification in mathematics and science.
Skills & Knowledge – Essential Criteria
* Possess basic IT skills.
* Ability to communicate clearly.
* Observant of detail, ability to make basic judgement decisions.
* Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
* Ability to undertake a support role.
* Ability to liaise effectively with clinical and clerical staff.
* Able to follow written instructions.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Able to move between laboratories and sites as required.
* Able to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures.
* Ability to follow H&S practice.
* Understands need to work to deadlines.
* Demonstrate ability to plan and prioritise.
* Understanding of need for service quality.
* Understanding that work relates directly to patient care.
Experience – Desirable Criteria
* Experience of working in a relevant routine laboratory.
Special Requirements – Essential Criteria
* Must be available to work the extended day / shifts operated in BSPS.
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