Biomedical Science Support Worker

About the Role

The Directorate of Laboratory Medicine, also identified as the Eastern Pathology Alliance (EPA), covers multiple specialties including Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, Immunology, Microbiology, and Cytogenetics. This department provides extensive analysis services for blood, body fluids, and tissues for hospital inpatients, outpatients, GP clinics across Norfolk, and neighboring Trusts.

Incoming samples predominantly arrive at a central reception where staff are responsible for sorting, registering them into laboratory computer systems, and preparing them for further examination.

Key Responsibilities

• Sort and redirect samples upon receipt
• Verify samples for suitability for testing
• Input samples into lab computer systems for tracking and analysis
• Label and prepare samples for laboratory testing including use of equipment such as centrifuges, balances, and pipettes
• Demonstrate manual dexterity along with the ability to work attentively and independently

This position operates on a 24-hour departmental shift rota including night shifts (one week out of every eight weeks) and weekend duties (one weekend every four weeks). The role is full time, requiring 37.5 hours per week.

Additional Information

Applicants should be aware that this role falls under occupational code 3111 and is not eligible for the UK Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. This applies to those currently sponsored as well as new applicants; the Trust cannot provide a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) is one of the largest NHS Trusts in the UK, serving approximately one million people in Norfolk and nearby areas. It is a teaching and research hospital equipped with modern facilities like the Quadram Institute. The Trust partners closely with the University of East Anglia, offers teaching and placement opportunities, and employs a diverse workforce from 94 different countries.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Access to a Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi-faith prayer room availability
• Discounted gym memberships
• Comprehensive NHS pension plan and generous annual leave
• Wagestream facility allowing access to up to 40% of earned pay
• Complimentary Park & Ride transportation to NNUH
• Free 24-hour confidential counselling
• On-site nursery facilities
• Staff discounts at on-site cafes
• Support for career progression
• Flexible staffing bank opportunities
• Salary sacrifice schemes covering lease cars, Cycle to Work programme, and home electronics

Contact Details for Informal Enquiries

George Bailey, Specimen Reception Manager
Phone: 01603 646651 (Dect 6651)
Email: george.bailey@nnuh.nhs.uk