Job Title: Associate Practitioner - Blood Sciences

Location: Lisieux Way, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2LB

Salary: Band 4 - £16,491 - £18,097.20 + on-costs + £900 Wellbeing Allowance

Job Type: Permanent, Part Time

Hours: 22.5hrs a week

SYNLAB UK & Ireland have extensive experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures - including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS).

Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare within Somerset for 10 years and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Band 4 Associate Practitioner, specialising in Blood Sciences to support the leadership of Southwest Pathology Services at our HUB Laboratory site in Lisieux Way, Taunton, TA1 2LB. Our Laboratory holds ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and is an HCPC approved training laboratory.

Responsibilities:

• Rotate through all areas of the laboratories as required and maintain high professional standards.
• Perform Biomedical investigations, within operating procedures and protocols, to provide within agreed quality standards of service delivery and turnaround times under the supervision of senior grade BMS grade staff.
• Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory.
• Provide supervision, training and professional leadership to junior staff which includes monitoring their performance against laboratory standards and their training plans.

What we're looking for:

• Relevant NVQ Level 3 with applied theoretical knowledge, training to Level 4 diploma or equivalent desirable.
• Working knowledge of Biomedical techniques and practices.
• Knowledge of computer applications and LIMS including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Statistical Packages.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills, along with the adaptability to change
• Good developed interpersonal and team working abilities.
• Ability to analyse and technically interpret test results.

Additional Information:

At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. We offer a Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 - 6 roles.

SPS maintains a comprehensive training budget designed to support the career development of all staff members. This investment ensures that employees have access to the necessary resources and opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge and advance their professional growth.

About Us:

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to deliver comprehensive pathology services.

We thrive in diverse environments, which is mirrored in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities, and partners. We believe that an inclusive workplace culture is essential for attracting and retaining talented individuals, and for building a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

Our staff are crucial to our mission of making a positive impact on healthcare. We foster a culture of continuous personal development, providing scientists and staff with the support and resources needed to acquire new skills and advance their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching, and clear career pathways.

We encourage an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models, facilitate two-way communication, engage transparently with staff and stakeholders, and actively seek feedback and suggestions.

Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is committed to equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate based on any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Associate Practitioner, Junior Practitioner, Blood Sciences Graduate, Blood Sciences Specialist, Laboratory Associate Practitioner - Blood Sciences, may also be considered for this role.