Applications are invited from enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team and work in our Clinical Biochemistry laboratory at the Bedford site as a Biomedical Support Worker. The position is a one year fixed term post. You will receive thorough training and gain experience in a range of techniques, including receiving and preparing blood samples for analysis, entering relevant data on the laboratory computer system and maintenance of equipment.
Whilst the department provides a 24/7 service, BSW shifts are 08:40 -17.10 Monday to Friday and 11.30-20.00 Monday to Friday.
Please note: this post does not allow for registration portfolio completion.
Previous laboratory/hospital experience is desirable, but full training will be given., As a Biomedical Support Worker you will be responsible for assisting the Higher Biomedical Support Workers, Biomedical Scientists and laboratory senior Biomedical Scientists in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service.
· The post holder will contribute to the day to day operations and limited technical aspects of the service.
· The post holder will assist Higher Biomedical Support Workers, BMS and senior laboratory BMS in the delivery of a high quality, efficient and effective service, through the Quality Management System [QMS].
· The post holder is expected to follow policies and procedures ensuring that the service complies with current UKAS standards, national and European legislation and discipline specific regulatory bodies.
· The post holder may be required to assist in the training of other support staff.

Working for our organisation
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarise yourself with all requirements of the job., + To assist Higher Biomedical Support Workers, BMS and laboratory senior BMS in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service.
+ To follow the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives.
+ To follow the UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfil the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.
+ To assist in actions required as determined, to resolve nonconformities that are recorded by internal and/or external audits and/or complaints.
+ To follow the Standard Operating Procedures [SOP] for the department utilising the Document Management Module of the Q-Pulse system.
+ To comply with Policies and Procedures commensurate to role.
+ Where requested, to contribute to departmental audits whether vertical, horizontal or examination audits relevant to the service.
+ To follow the Risk Management Policy for the department such as the reporting of incidents, accidents and adverse events ensuring that Risk Assessments are followed commensurate with the role.
+ To contribute to the department communication in disseminating and receiving information, arising from the management, operational and Health & Safety meetings, to colleagues where necessary.
+ Where required to perform a limited range of tests and assays methodically, within the limits of their training.
+ To bring to the attention of the department laboratory seniors/manager any problems or difficulties encountered in the performance of their duties.
+ To participate in evidence based training and maintain a level of knowledge to fulfil this role.
+ To attend an annual appraisal from your line manager.
+ Undertake other duties commensurate with the post as directed
It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.