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Biomedical Support Worker

Posting date:	03 April 2025
Salary:	£24,169.00 per year
Additional salary information:	£24169.00 a year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	24 April 2025
Location:	Leeds, LS9 7TF
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	C9298-ONC-498

Summary

. JOB PURPOSE To collect, 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 To communicate effectively with colleagues and other healthcare staff . JOB DIMENSIONS As the job holder you will be required to work as a member of the departmental team. As part of the team, you will be expected to perform a range of routine tasks in support of biomedical, scientific and medical staff. You will have problem solving skills that will allow you to make judgements and decisions about job related situations. You will be required to communicate information, some of which may be related to patient management and care, to colleagues, healthcare staff and other organizations. . KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Numeracy, literacy and basic computer skills are essential requirements of the job. In order to carry out the job sufficiently and successfully the job holder will require a level of theoretical knowledge and understanding of routine and non-routine procedures. To achieve this you will undergo a period of in-house training supplemented by on-going attendance at relevant training courses. Additional skills will be acquired by experience. . THE LEEDS WAY VALUES 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 Additionally the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: As a healthcare worker dealing with sensitive (patient related) information the importance and value of personal honesty and integrity as a commitment to patient service and confidentiality will be recognised. In contributing to the quality of a technical clinical service you will understand the requirement to continuously develop appropriate skills and accumulate relevant knowledge whether by formal or in-house training. . CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS In order to work effectively in the role the job holder must be able to demonstrate a number of attributes. These abilities will include: - to become an integral member of a team providing a clinical technical service - to communicate clearly and effectively whether orally, graphically or electronically - to work independently when and as directed by supervisors - to plan the designated workload - to work with precision and follow accurately the documented laboratory standard operating procedures - to operate complex laboratory equipment safely and efficiently - to input and extract patient data from the laboratory computer system - to demonstrate relevant tasks to others as appropriate - to contribute actively towards the improvement of service quality by participation in relevant discussions with other team members - to remain competent in established procedures and to develop new skills as experience is accrued. - to gain new knowledge through experience and participation in relevant training schemes - to participate actively in the departmental appraisal scheme - to take account of changes in service delivery by demonstrating a flexible approach to work . CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING As the job holder you will acquire sufficient knowledge and understanding to: - Carry out a range of basic technical procedures. This will include instruction in the safe and effective use of complex laboratory equipment. The level of knowledge and understanding achieved will be consistent with that to allow you to recognise system failures and errors. In this way you will be contributing to service quality. - Participate in the maintenance of a safe working environment. This will include an awareness of the hazards associated with your work. In addition you will be made aware of any suitable actions to take in the event of breaches in health and safety. Such hazards include fire, manual handling, breaches of security, controlled and uncontrolled exposure to chemical, biological and radioactive materials. - Maintain patient confidentiality. You will recognise the absolute requirement to protect sensitive information that is related to patient care. - Observe the requirements of departmental policies relating to service provision, for example sample labelling and adverse event reporting. . PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY - To perform appropriate technical laboratory procedures and tasks that are consistent with the job holders levels of knowledge, skills and experience. These tasks may vary from day to day but examples would include: receiving diagnostic samples into the laboratory preparation of samples prior to processing, including sample collection when appropriate preparation of chemical reagents processing of certain clinical samples safe disposal of clinical / laboratory waste - To prepare materials for distribution to clinical areas - To enter and retrieve patient information using the laboratory computer system. - To respond to telephone enquiries from users of the service in a manner that is in accordance with departmental procedures - To assist in the day to day monitoring, cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment. - To contribute to general departmental management by assisting in the ordering, receipt and control of consumables - To demonstrate relevant job related tasks to new or more junior staff - To participate in laboratory audit processes Health and Safety/Risk Management All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users. This includes complying at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Policies, including Health and Safety policies, in particular by following agreed safe working procedures, and reporting incidents using the Trust Incident Reporting system. Infection Control The jobholder must comply at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Infection Control policies, in particular by practising Universal Infection Control Precautions. Hand hygiene must be performed before and after contact with patients and their environment. Equality and Diversity The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families. No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc. Patient and Public Involvement The Trust has a statutory duty to involve patients and public in evaluating and planning services. All staff have a responsibility to listen to the views of patients and to contribute to service improvements based on patient feedback. Training and Personal Development Continuous Professional Development The jobholder must take responsibility in agreement with his/her line manager for his/her own personal development by ensuring that Continuous Professional Development remains a priority. The jobholder will undertake all mandatory training required for the role. Respect for Patient Confidentiality The jobholder should respect patient confidentiality at all times and not divulge patient information unless sanctioned by the requirements of the role. . COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS As the job holder you will communicate and work directly or indirectly with a diverse range of other staff. Those shown below are examples: Internal - Colleagues, supervisors and managers within the speciality - Pathology staff working in other specialities - Members of clinical teams including nurses, doctors and other practitioners - Administrative and secretarial staff - Estates and facilities staff External - Staff in primary care facilities - Staff in other hospitals - Staff in non NHS organizations (for example suppliers of consumables) - Patients