SYNLAB UK & Ireland have extensive experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures – including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS).
Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare within Somerset for 10 years and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Band 4 Associate Practitioner, specialising in Infection Sciences to support the leadership of Southwest Pathology Services at our HUB Laboratory site in Taunton. Our Laboratory holds ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and is a HCPC approved training laboratory.
Hours: 37.5hrs a week – varied 7.5 hour shifts between the hours of 07:30am-8pm / 5 days a week.

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SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.
We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.
We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.
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SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law

• Collecting, processing, and preparing clinical samples for testing in line with infection control protocols.
• Supporting infection prevention and control measures by following standard operating procedures for handling specimens and preventing contamination.
• Keeping up to date with changes in infection control practices, laboratory procedures, and advancements in the field of microbiology or infection science.
• Rotate through all areas of the laboratories as required and maintain high professional standards.
• Perform Biomedical investigations, within operating procedures and protocols, to provide within agreed quality standards of service delivery and turnaround times under the supervision of senior grade BMS grade staff.
• Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry in all areas of the laboratory.
• Provide supervision, training and professional leadership to junior staff which includes monitoring their performance against laboratory standards and their training plans.