NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role
Applications are invited from individuals with a scientific background for the above post in the Haematology/Blood Transfusion Laboratory. This post is based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work in the haematology/blood transfusion sections.

Suitable candidates must have successfully completed or working towards completion of an HNC/HND in Biomedical Science/Applied Science. Knowledge and experience of haematology/blood transfusion laboratory work would be an advantage, but full training will be provided. Keyboard skills are essential. The hours will be variable and will consist of 36 hours over a 7-day week. A 24-hour shift system will be in operation.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
There are 3x full time posts available, working 36 hours per week:

1x fixed-term for 9 months

1x fixed-term for 6 months

1x permanent

The roles will be based in Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, 1345 Govan Road, Glasgow, G51 4TF. The shift pattern is 24/7.

Key Responsibilities

Prioritises urgent requests and ensures they are directed to the appropriate section of the laboratory in a timely manner.

Package samples & arrange transport for investigations carried out at a secondary testing centre





Oversees the work of Medical Laboratory Assistants and acts as an initial point of contact should any problems arise

Carries out duties in accordance with the departmental health and safety policy

Responsible for the timely direction of samples to the appropriate section and informing staff of urgent requests.

Handle and assess suitability of samples for analysis

Perform near patient testing dependent on discipline

Report any failures in Quality control to more senior member of staff

Safely operate the laboratory instruments according to established protocols and recognise when results deviate from normal and take appropriate action

Plan & prioritise own work & the work of HCS Support workers to meet departmental deadlines

Deal with telephone enquiries and direct any queries to the appropriate people
Enter patient demographics and retrieve results as requested respecting patient confidentiality and data protection at all times.

Train and supervise HCS Support workers as directed , ensuring safe working practices at all times

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

Minimum of SVQ level 3 with at least 2 years experience as Healthcare Science Support worker with a commitment to study for and gain an HND in Biomedical Science or equivalent qualification OR direct entry for those possessing an HND

Commitment to meet the NHS Scotland Healthcare Support worker induction standards & codes of practice

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work both as part of a team & on own initiative

Knowledge of Health & Safety,



Standard Operating Procedures

Experience & basic knowledge of computers is essential as well as a willingness to learn new procedures

What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses

Enhanced pay for working public holidays

NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services

Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Adaptable working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Healthcare Scientist Associate Practitioner - Laboratory Medicine (Saskatchewan)
🏢 NHS Scotland
📍 Saskatchewan