Pathology Healthcare Science Assistant

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Un hôpital de soins tertiaires à Milton Keynes recherche un Assistant en Sciences de la Santé pour soutenir l'équipe de pathologie. Ce rôle essentiel inclut la gestion des échantillons de pathologie et la collaboration avec les cliniciens pour assurer un service de haute qualité. Le candidat pourra progresser vers un poste de niveau supérieur après démonstration de compétences et de connaissances.

Benefits

Stationnement gratuit sur place

Rafraîchissements gratuits

Opportunités de travail flexible

Adhésion à un gymnase à prix réduit

Plan de pension généreux

Crèche sur place (sous conditions)

Programme de santé et de bien-être du personnel

Qualifications

• Poste de développement menant à un rôle d'Assistant en Sciences de la Santé - Niveau Supérieur.
• Engagement envers le développement professionnel continu.
• Compétences de communication et d'interaction avec les patients.

Responsibilities

• Fournir une gestion pré-analytique des échantillons de pathologie.
• Assister les patients et le personnel clinique dans l'utilisation du service de pathologie.
• Gérer les livraisons de matériel et de consommables pour le laboratoire.

Skills

Gestion des échantillons

Accueil des patients

Collaboration avec le personnel clinique

Job description

Department: Pathology - Blood Science (Pathology Support)

Band 2 £24,169 per annum

Full-time 37.5 per week, worked across 7 days including Weekends/BHs. Shifts worked between 0845-2100 or as required, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Pathology & Blood Sciences have also had major investment in new equipment & refurbishment. We are committed to the quality of service we provide our patients and users and are ISO 15189 accredited for Haematology/Blood Transfusion & Chemistry repertoires.

Here at Milton Keynes, we have committed leadership who engage our staff, listen to innovative ideas & involve our people in the challenges & improvements that our organisation faces. Continuing professional & personal development is encouraged & supported.

Applications are invited to join the Pathology Support Unit of Blood Sciences as a Healthcare Science Assistant working with a team of dedicated healthcare professionals to deliver a high quality service that is responsive to patient requirements. You will be a key member of the PSU team providing support services to departments analysing & reporting on blood, urine, faeces & other materials to achieve the objectives of efficient & effective patient care.

For further information, please contact Rachel Mason, PSU Manager ([e-mail]) on 01908 995769 or Jonathan Popoola, Deputy PSU Manager ([e-mail]) on 01908 995758.

Interview date: 21.07.2025

• To provide essential pre-analytical management of pathology specimens and requests to maintain workflow to specialist laboratory services for timely analysis.
• To provide assistance to both patients and clinical staff using the pathology service.
• To manage deliveries of patient material, consumables, reagents and mail.
• To provide this role over a 7 day working pattern and support delivery of a 24/7 pathology service.
• This is a developmental role from which staff may progress to the Pathology Healthcare Science Assistant – Higher Level position, following demonstration of knowledge and competency for that role.
  
  

"We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute"

"79.5% of our staff says MKUH has made reasonable adjustments to help them perform their roles effectively. Whether it's accessibility, flexible working or tailored support, we're committed to removing barriers so everyone can thrive" (NHS Staff Survey 2024)

Benefits

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:

• Free on-site parking
• Free refreshments
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme
  
  

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rachel Mason Job title: PSU Manager Email address: [e-mail]