Pathology Lab Associate Practitioner (24/7 Rotations)

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for an Associate Practitioner in the Pathology laboratory. The role involves rotating through sections, processing clinical samples, maintaining equipment, and training colleagues once competence is shown.

The department handles a wide range of tests with a 24/7 service, requiring flexibility to work early, late, night shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• GCSE grade 4+ in Maths, English and Science is required.
• Foundation degree or equivalent in science-related field is essential.
• IBMS Certificate Part 2 or Level 4 healthcare science apprenticeship is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process pathological specimens under supervision of qualified scientists.
• Provide accurate, timely analytical data for screening and monitoring.
• Demonstrate good teamwork and effective communication in a diverse lab.
• Work across a 24-hour shift pattern, including weekends and bank holidays.

Skills

Literate & numerate

Attention to detail

Keyboard skills

Data entry

Education

Science focussed Foundation degree or equivalent

IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 2 or equivalent

Level 4-degree apprenticeship in healthcare science or equivalent

Tools

Hospital IT systems

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for an Associate Practitioner in the Pathology laboratory. The role involves rotating through sections, processing clinical samples, maintaining equipment, and training colleagues once competence is shown.

The department handles a wide range of tests with a 24/7 service, requiring flexibility to work early, late, night shifts and weekends.