Healthcare Science Laboratory Technician Apprentice

To assist with day-to-day housekeeping within the laboratory Interact with patients in-person or via telephone Communicate instructions to a variety of patients effectively Collect samples from patients as appropriate in a timely manner Assists with collection, input, collation and reporting patient and performance data Use laboratory information system (IDEAS) to record results after analysis and generate final reports Carry out routine laboratory maintenance: opening the lab in the morning, validating lab equipment, washing counting chambers, decontaminating production rooms, closing the lab in the afternoon, etc. Cleaning and maintenance of pipettes Preparation of dilutions and reagents Under supervision, carry out pre-analytical sample preparation as appropriate Under supervision and where commensurate with the role, carry out analytical processes using standard operating procedures Follow all health and safety procedures throughout, including safe handling of liquid nitrogen Assist in consumables stock management: record stock requirements, deliveries and maintain the storeroom Attend and, once trained, actively participate and contribute to laboratory staff meetings Liaise with senior staff concerning problems that may arise Maintain clear, full and accurate records of work carried out

Training:
Come and join us and be supported to earn as you learn whilst undertaking a nationally recognised qualification You will study a Laboratory Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship You will have regular online sessions with the training provider Additional training will be given in the workplace

Training Outcome:

Towards the end of the apprenticeship contract, and with support from the department and a dedicated apprenticeship team, you will have gained the knowledge and experience to enable you to apply for your next step in employment. We have a high percentage of previous apprentices who have successfully gained permanent employment with us and have gone on to do the Healthcare Science Practitioner Degree (Level 6).

Employer Description:
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday normal office hours, times to be discussed and agreed (i.e., 8am to 4pm / 8.30am to 4.30pm / 9am to 5pm).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Enthusiasm,Positive work ethic,Keen to learn,Adaptable to change,Motivated,Flexible,Punctual,Ability to prioritise workload,Ability to meet deadlines,Desire to work in a laboratory,Understand confidentiality