Healthcare Science Associate

at  The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Processing of samples referred for a broad range of molecular genetics and cytogenetic tests guided by clearly defined policies and procedures. Carry out routine laboratory house-keeping roles such as equipmentmaintenance, preparation of solutions, waste disposal and sample transport Applicants must have a Foundation degree in Healthcare Science or training and experience to the level of NVQ3 along with theoretical or practical training to diploma level. Good laboratory bench skills and experience of working in a busy laboratory are essential. Applicants should have a mature attitude and an appreciation of the importance of genetic testing to patients and their families.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you

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