Associate Practitioner - Microbiology

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust's Microbiology Laboratory in Peterborough is seeking an Associate Practitioner to support diagnostic testing and molecular assays under supervision of registered Biomedical Scientists. The role involves handling samples, recording results, and contributing to an efficient Clinical Microbiology service.

You will work a 24/7 pattern, including one weekend every fourth, and participate in early/late/night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist Biomedical Scientists in providing an efficient and effective Clinical Microbiology service.
• Perform routine diagnostic laboratory tests after appropriate training and assessment and accurately recording and reporting results.
• Perform molecular testing and daily running of the molecular suite after training and assessment, recording and reporting results.
• Participate in training of other laboratory groups as appropriate.
• Work one day (or equivalent) every fourth weekend and participate in early, late and night shift rotas; may be required to cover shifts at short notice.

Job description

Join Our Team as an Associate Practitioner in a UKAS Accredited Microbiology Laboratory staffed by a friendly, busy and professional team of highly motivated BMS and support workers, dealing with around half a million samples per year.

The department operates a 24/7 working pattern, in which you will be required to participate., To assist Biomedical Scientists in the provision of an efficient and effective Clinical Microbiology service.

To perform routine diagnostic laboratory tests, after appropriate training and assessment and under the direction of a registered biomedical scientist, accurately recording and reporting results.

To perform molecular testing and daily running of molecular suite, after appropriate training and assessment and under the direction of a registered biomedical scientist, accurately recording and reporting results.

To participate in the training of other laboratory groups as appropriate.

Required to work one day (or equivalent) every fourth weekend and participate in the early shift, late shift, and night shift rotas as part of contractual hours. May be required to cover shifts at short notice.

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.