This is an apprenticeship in the Medical Microbiology department of Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust's laboratory, starting on a fixed-term apprenticeship contract that leads to a permanent post on completion. The work supports Biomedical Scientists by preparing samples and reagents, maintaining analysers and handling technical and clerical tasks. Shifts include a late weekday rota to 19:00 and weekend cover. Applicants who already hold the essential Level 2 qualifications will not be shortlisted.
What the job involves
- Process and prepare samples and reagents for the laboratory
- Maintain analysers
- Analyse patient specimens in line with departmental guidelines
- Support Biomedical Scientists in providing the Medical Microbiology service
- Carry out technical, clerical and administrative tasks for the department
- Maintain high standards of health and safety
- Comply with Trust and departmental SOPs and policies
- Assist in training and supervising less experienced staff
- Use resources cost effectively
- Contribute to continual improvement of the service
Qualifications
- Level 2 qualifications including Maths, English and Sciences
Skills & knowledge
- Clear written, verbal and telephone communication at all levels, relaying messages accurately
- Good organisational skills
- Good literacy and numeracy
- Team working and initiative
- Flexible approach to unexpected changes
- Commitment to training and quality
Other
- Comply with Trust health and safety policy and procedures
- Maintain confidentiality under Trust policies
- Available for late weekday rota until 19:00 and weekend rota
Nice to have
- NVQ Level 2 Healthcare Science, or Level 3 or higher
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