Job overview

Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team and work in our Clinical Biochemistry laboratory at the Bedford site as a Biomedical Support Worker. The position is a one year fixed term post. You will receive thorough training and gain experience in a range of techniques, including receiving and preparing blood samples for analysis, entering relevant data on the laboratory computer system and maintenance of equipment.

Whilst the department provides a 24/7 service, BSW shifts are 08:40 -17.10 Monday to Friday and 11.30-20.00 Monday to Friday. 

Please note: this post does not allow for registration portfolio completion.

Previous laboratory/hospital experience is desirable, but full training will be given.

 

Main duties of the job

As a Biomedical Support Worker you will be responsible for assisting the Higher Biomedical Support Workers, Biomedical Scientists and laboratory senior Biomedical Scientists in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service. 

 

·                     The post holder will contribute to the day to day operations and limited technical aspects of the service.

·                     The post holder will assist Higher Biomedical Support Workers, BMS and senior laboratory BMS in the delivery of a high quality, efficient and effective service, through the Quality Management System [QMS].

·                     The post holder is expected to follow policies and procedures ensuring that the service complies with current UKAS standards, national and European legislation and discipline specific regulatory bodies.

·                     The post holder may be required to assist in the training of other support staff.

 

Working for our organisation

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton.  Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job.

It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.

 

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.