Higher Biomedical Assistant Virology and Molecular Pathology

Under supervision and according to Standard Operative Procedures perform an extended range of technical support duties within the laboratory; predominantly supporting Biomedical Scientist staff within the team to facilitate optimal patient care.

Successful candidates will be expected to provide support to BMS staff by operating and maintaining analysers, providing support on benches, assisting with susceptibility testing and processing of complex samples.

Responsible for inputting accurate and timely patient and specimen data on to 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 dealing in a professional manner

Responsible for the sorting and identifying of specimens received, identifying 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.

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.

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 as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarojini Pandey Job title: R&D Coordinator Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 02476965488