Pathology Sample Reception Assistant Scientist (Band 2)

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; Sevington; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Assistant Healthcare Scientist (Band 2) for the Pathology Sample Reception at William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, Kent. Two full-time posts, 37.5 hours per week, with a 7-day pattern including weekends and nights.

The role requires accuracy, good keyboard skills and a customer-focused approach. Some laboratory experience or an interest in science is desirable, with GCSE level education or equivalent as a minimum.

Qualifications

• GCSE level or equivalent education.
• High level of accuracy with keyboard/data entry.
• Good customer service and team-working skills.
• Flexible approach to working including weekends and nights.

Responsibilities

• Receive and check samples.
• Data entry and record keeping.
• Reagent preparation and stock control.
• Pre-analytical duties such as centrifugation.
• Interact with patients and service users; answer phone queries.

Skills

Keyboard skills

Data entry

Customer service

Team player

Interest in science

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Assistant Healthcare Scientist (Band 2) for the Pathology Sample Reception at William Harvey Hospital, Ashford, Kent. Two full-time posts, 37.5 hours per week, with a 7-day pattern including weekends and nights.

The role requires accuracy, good keyboard skills and a customer-focused approach. Some laboratory experience or an interest in science is desirable, with GCSE level education or equivalent as a minimum.