Biomedical Support Worker job at Leeds Full Time

For questions about this job, contact:

Anthony Musgreave
Team Manager
[email protected]
0113 2069409

Job Summary

The Clinical immunology department at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS trust is looking to recruit a Biomedical Support Worker (AfC Band 2) to join our friendly busy team. We would welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals who are able to work independently but crucially as part of a team to ensure we deliver a comprehensive service.

Main duties of the job

To collect, deliver, receive and assist in the processing of clinical diagnostic specimens for biological testing

To undertake routine clinical technical investigations, this may involve operating complex equipment following standard operating procedures. Some of this work may be under supervision.

To enter and retrieve patient demographic details using the laboratory information system

As the job holder you will be required to work as a member of the departmental team, communicating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare staff.

Why you should join our Team

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

What you will bring to the role

Successful candidates will have excellent communication skills and good attention to detail. Candidates should work well as part of a team and be keen to learn new skills. Previous laboratory experience is desirable, but not essential as full training will be provided. Experience in laboratory LIMS, such as WINPATH would be an advantage.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust

Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:

Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered

All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values

We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.

Sponsorship Eligibility

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.