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Associate Practitioner

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Cardiff

AI generated summary

  • You should be able to speak Welsh, though Welsh and English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
  • You will assist in analyzing biological samples, support training of trainees, and ensure quality in laboratory services under supervision, while following established procedures.

Requirements

  • The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

  • To contribute to providing a professional clinical laboratory service by working in the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Immunology and undertaking duties to support Scientific Staff in the preparation and analysis of samples of biological samples. This will be achieved by carrying out clinical, technical or scientific tasks under supervision/ direction using a wide range of practical and theoretical knowledge following written Laboratory Procedures and taking responsibility for completion of tasks and areas that have been assigned to the post holder.
  • To assist in training and development of Associate Practitioners (Associate Healthcare Scientists), Medical Laboratory assistants (Assistant Healthcare Scientists) and other appropriate trainees when required
  • To provide a quality analytical service for Medical Biochemistry and Immunology, while working as part of a team undertaking analysis of biological samples.

FAQs

What is the job title of this position?

The job title is Associate Practitioner.

What department will the Associate Practitioner work in?

The Associate Practitioner will work in the Medical Biochemistry and Immunology Department.

Is this position permanent or temporary?

This position is permanent.

Is the Associate Practitioner role full-time?

Yes, this role is full-time.

Will there be any shift work involved?

Yes, the position includes some out of hours shift work.

What are the main responsibilities of the Associate Practitioner?

The main responsibilities include supporting Scientific Staff in the preparation and analysis of biological samples, assisting in training and development of other staff, and providing a quality analytical service for Medical Biochemistry and Immunology.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, the department actively encourages participation in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and is willing to support appropriate study arrangements.

Is the ability to speak Welsh required for this position?

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable, but both Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

What is the mission of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board?

The mission is “Caring for People, Keeping People Well.”

Where is the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board located?

It is located in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, UK.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits about the position?

You can contact Mark Saunders, the Lead Biomedical Scientist, via email at mark.saunders@wales.nhs.uk or by telephone at 02921 848369.

Caring for People, Keeping People Well

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board provides local healthcare services for people in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan and is the main provider of specialist services for the people of south Wales - and for some services, the whole of Wales and the wider UK. Our Health Board delivers health services for our local population of approximately 500,000, and we host over 100 specialist services for our region and beyond. We’re very proud of the role that we play within the NHS, as one of the largest and most complex NHS organisations in the UK. We employ a diverse workforce of around 14,000 staff who work across a range of hospital sites and deliver care in people’s homes and other community settings.