Band 4 Pathology Support Services Supervisor

We are looking for an enthusiastic and responsible Supervisor to oversee and work alongside our busy and fast paced Specimen Reception teams. The teams are responsible for the acceptance and preparation process of patients samples. The Supervisor will provide cover at The Hub, Bentalls, Basildon as well as our teams at Southend Hospital and Basildon Hospital on a roster system.

The ideal candidate will be a competent individual with the ability to guide and motivate teams, ensuring that the departments are productive and well managed.

Attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential alongside the ability to demonstrate excellent organisational and leadership skills.

Pathology First delivers a seven day week service. This role will be 37.5 hours Monday to Friday. The departments work from 0800 to 2000 and shifts are allocated between these hours. Further breakdown of this can be provided on request.,

• Responsibility for the day to day operations of the Specimen Reception.


• The planning and prioritising of work allocations for staff responding appropriately to the needs of routine and urgent activities in a demanding and busy environment.


• People management duties such as performing and completing Appraisals and Probations.
  
  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.