Job summaryUnder supervision and according to Standard Operative Procedures perform basic duties within the laboratory supporting other staff within the team whilst providing optimum patient care. Booking in specimens onto the laboratory computer system and being the first point of contact for telephone enquiries.Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.Main duties of the jobResponsible for inputting accurate and timely patient and specimen data on to Trust computerised systems.Responsible for the safe disposal of contaminated materials, including sharps and confidential waste.Undertake first point of contact for all telephone and face-to-face enquiries dealing in a professional manner.Responsible for the sorting and identifying of specimens received, identifying and taking appropriate action in the event of any discrepancies.Undertake preparation of samples for testing by laboratory staff and provide support with basic laboratory tasks as required by supervisor.Responsible for the dispatching and posting of samples to authorised persons and outside laboratories ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations.Undertake agreed clinical and non-clinical tasks following training ensuring referral to appropriate trained staff as required.Participate in the training and support less experienced members of staff in their orientation to the department and role.To participate in appraisals and personal reviews and to work to achieve personal objectives.Support laboratory team in the operation and basic maintenance of manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory equipment.Please be advised that interviews will take place on 29th July 2024.About usUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAt all times work according to policies and Standard Operative Procedures and bring to the attention of scientific staff any changes in practices.Promote and monitor adherence to Health and Safety and Trust policy designed to protect healthcare staff and service users from known hazards.Adhere to correct laboratory procedures following accidents, injuries, spillages and breakages and ensure that these are reported to the appropriate officer.When problems arise know when to refer to senior and medical staff as appropriate.Schedule workload to comply with demands of laboratory workflow, adjusting in reaction to urgent specimens, telephone enquiries and requests from medical and scientific staff.Process specimens ensuring accuracy of labeling and any measurements/pipetting required.Responsible for receiving and checking correct deliveries of laboratory orders.To communicate appropriate patient results to those authorised to receive them and to refer to clinical and scientific staff when required.For further details please see the attached job description.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialSee supporting documentsDesirableSee supporting documentsExperienceEssentialSee supporting documentsDesirableSee supporting documentsKnowledgeDesirableSee supporting documentsSkillsEssentialSee supporting documentsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Employer detailsEmployer nameUniversity Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS TrustAddressUHCWCoventryCV2 2DXEmployer's websitehttps://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)