263690 Biomedical Support Worker

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire & Arran is seeking a flexible, self-motivated individual to join the Microbiology Department at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary. The role offers full training and the chance to work in a modern laboratory on the outskirts of Dumfries.

Successful applicants will complete the Health Care Support Workers portfolio, and, depending on qualifications, may also undertake the IBMS Level 1 portfolio. Shift patterns are 5 days over 7, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment is advantageous, but full training will be provided.
• The successful candidate will complete the Health Care Support Workers portfolio as per Scottish Government requirements.
• Depending on qualifications, IBMS Level 1 portfolio may be required.

Responsibilities

• Join the busy Microbiology Department at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary.
• Complete training and portfolio requirements as directed.
• Work pattern: 5 days over 7, including weekends and early/late shifts.

Skills

Lab experience

Flexible

Team player

Education

Health Care Support Worker portfolio

IBMS Level 1 portfolio

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.

Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position therefore we may close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient amount of applications are received.

Informal enquiries are welcomed to: [e-mail] or [e-mail]

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