263690 Biomedical Support Worker

NHS DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Dumfries & Galloway is seeking a flexible, enthusiastic individual to join the busy Microbiology Department at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary on the outskirts of Dumfries. The role offers training and the opportunity to complete the Health Care Support Workers portfolio as required by Scottish Government; depending on qualifications, IBMS Level 1 portfolio may also be pursued.

Shifts are five days over seven, including weekends with early and late starts; an immediate start is

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment is advantageous.
• Willingness to complete the Health Care Support Workers portfolio and, depending on qualifications, IBMS Level 1 portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Join the Microbiology Department at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary.
• Complete the Health Care Support Workers portfolio as required by Scottish Government.
• Possible IBMS Level 1 portfolio depending on qualifications.
• Shift pattern: 5 days over 7, including weekends with early and late shifts.

Skills

Laboratory experience

IBMS Level 1

Job description

We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual to join the busy Microbiology Department based within the Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary. The post holder will have the opportunity to join a strong team working within a modern medical laboratory located on the outskirts of Dumfries. Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary is a state-of-the-art general hospital opened in December 2017.

Previous experience within a laboratory environment would be advantageous, however full training will be provided. The successful candidate will be expected to complete the Health Care Support Workers portfolio as per Scottish Government requirements and, depending on their qualifications, may also be required to complete the IBMS Level 1 portfolio.

The shift pattern for this job is 5 days over 7 (including weekends, early and late shifts). Recent experience of working in a medical or clinical laboratory would be beneficial but training will be provided. An immediate start is required once pre-employment checks are completed.

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EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL CANDIDATES

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