Pathology Support Worker

NHS; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a Pathology Support Worker to join its clinical laboratory team in Gateshead. This role involves performing scientific procedures on biological samples, contributing to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Ideal candidates will have GCSE qualifications in Mathematics and English, prior laboratory experience, and strong communication skills. The position is part of a supportive team, offering professional development and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics and English or NVQ Level 2 required.
• Previous laboratory experience preferred.
• Effective communication skills and accurate hand-eye coordination are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the clinical laboratory service as a Pathology Support Worker.
• Perform scientific procedures on biological samples under guidance.
• Use complex laboratory equipment for routine tests after training.

Skills

Communication

Hand eye coordination

Accuracy

Education

GCSE Grades A-C including Mathematics and English or NVQ Level 2

Job description

Qualified staff will be responsible for performing a range of scientific procedures on biological samples that will contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and the investigation of pathological processes.

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Main duties of the job

Qualified staff will be responsible for performing a range of scientific procedures on biological samples that will contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and the investigation of pathological processes.

See attachments for more details

About us

Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.

Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.

We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.

Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.

We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.

Job responsibilities

As a Pathology Support Worker in the Pathology Department, the post holder will contribute to the provision of the clinical laboratory service, as part of a team of Biomedical Scientists and support workers, performing work activities in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.

The post holder will follow a competency training programme. Under the guidance of qualified staff, the Pathology Support Worker will be responsible for performing a range of scientific procedures on biological samples that contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and the investigation of other pathological processes.

After suitable training and competence assessment the post holder will use practical skills to perform tasks associated with the pre-analytical preparation of specimens; analysis preparing and using a range of processes using a range of complex laboratory equipment to conduct routine Departmental procedures/tests.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE Grades A-C to include Mathematics and English and/or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.

Experience

• Previous laboratory experience.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Hand eye co-ordination and accuracy.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.