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Biomedical Science Assistant

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Science
    Healthcare

Requirements

  • - Proficiency in the use of keyboard together with good communication and team-working skills are required.
  • - Essential is an aptitude in both numeracy and literacy together with the ability to work accurately.
  • - Candidates will be expected to work variable shifts (including nights, weekends and Bank Holidays).
  • - Candidates will be expected to work on the Barnsley site in order to deliver the necessary service.
  • - Adhere to all Trust and departmental policies.

Responsibilities

  • - Work in a busy, modern laboratory undertaking data entry and initial processing of patient samples in supporting the Associate practitioners and Biomedical Scientists
  • - Answer requests and provide test results by telephone and additional clerical duties
  • - Pre-analytical processing of samples to include the receipt, preparation and processing
  • - Store, retrieve and dispose of biological material according to the relevant procedures
  • - Deal with direct queries from medical Staff, Nursing Staff and other Service Users including telephone enquiries and taking appropriate action as necessary
  • - Assist in maintaining high scientific and technical standards
  • - Promote and maintain a high standard of relevant education and training
  • - Adhere to all Trust and departmental policies
  • - Maintain clinical records in relation to activities carried out and may input/interrogate test results of others
  • - May be required to supervise, organise and allocate work and/or train less experienced staff in own area

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Biomedical Science Assistant?

The primary responsibilities include data entry, initial processing of patient samples, answering requests and providing test results via telephone, and performing additional clerical duties.

Are there specific skills required for this role?

Yes, candidates must have proficiency in keyboard use, good communication and team-working skills, and an aptitude for numeracy and literacy. Accuracy in work is also essential.

What shifts will the Biomedical Science Assistant be expected to work?

The role requires the ability to work variable shifts, including nights, weekends, and Bank Holidays.

Where will the Biomedical Science Assistant be required to work?

The position is located at the Barnsley site, where necessary services will be delivered.

Will the Biomedical Science Assistant have any direct communication with medical or nursing staff?

Yes, the assistant will handle direct queries from medical staff, nursing staff, and other service users, including telephone inquiries.

Is there any opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, the organization values professional development and has commitments to support the ongoing education and training of its staff.

What departments will the Biomedical Science Assistant be working within?

The Assistant will be part of the SYB Blood Sciences department, which includes Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, Blood Transfusion, and Coagulation services.

Can the Biomedical Science Assistant supervise or train other staff?

Yes, the Assistant may be required to supervise, organize, and allocate work, as well as train less experienced staff in their area.

How can I get more information about the job?

For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Lisa Wigley, Central Reception Services Coordinator, via email at lisa.wigley@nhs.net or by telephone at 01226 432061.

Is there any requirement regarding the handling of biological material?

Yes, the role requires adherence to procedures for receiving, preparing, processing, storing, retrieving, and disposing of biological material.

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Mission & Purpose

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Sheffield, as well as specialist care for patients from further afield, including cancer, spinal cord injuries, renal and cardiothoracic services. In addition to community health services, the Trust comprises five of Yorkshire’s best known teaching hospitals. The Royal Hallamshire Hospital The Northern General Hospital Charles Clifford Dental Hospital Weston Park Cancer Hospital Jessop Wing Maternity Hospital The Trust has a history of high quality care, clinical excellence and innovation in medical research. The Trust has been awarded the title of ‘Hospital Trust of the Year’ in the Good Hospital Guide three times in five years and we are proud to be in the top 20% of NHS Trusts for patient satisfaction. We strive to promote a culture of continuous quality improvement and encourage our staff to innovate and adopt ‘best practice’ in order to deliver the highest standard of care to our patients.

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