Dietetic Support Worker

The post holder will deliver a fit for purpose Blood Sciences service and is primarily responsible for the analytical service. The post holder will rotate through all sections of the department. The key working relationships will be with staff in Biochemistry, but the post holder will be expected to liaise with staff throughout pathology and the Trust. There will be frequent occasions when the post holder takes sole responsibility for work, for example when no senior staff are present. Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To ensure knowledge of all instrumentation is up to date.
• To be competent to operate the laboratory equipment to deliver the required analytical service.
• To perform manual laboratory investigations including the use of liquid handling devices to safely process biological specimens.
• To ensure the timely and efficient provision of routine or special analytical services
  
  BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent
Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Proven experience in a laboratory setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills,
• Registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent), Evidence of post registration study or specialist diploma, Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a specialist BMS in Biochemistry
• Experience working as a registered BMS in areas of relevant diagnostic laboratory
• Able to work to deadlines
• Able to understand / follow SOPs
• Full understanding of EQA & IQC and their implications
• Full understanding of laboratory H&S procedures
Desirable criteria Able to perform basic training, Self-confident, contributes to laboratory meetings

Are you a passionate Biomedical Scientist looking to make a meaningful impact in cancer care? The Royal Marsden, Europe's largest comprehensive cancer center, is seeking a qualified Band 6 BMS to join our Biochemistry Department at our Sutton site. Why choose The Royal Marsden? Excellence in Cancer Care : Be part of a world-renowned institution dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. Cutting-Edge Technology : Work with state-of-the-art analytical platforms like Ortho Vitro, Sebia Hydrasys, Optilite, and more. Opportunities for Growth : Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Collaborative Environment : Join a supportive and collaborative team of dedicated professionals., The Royal Marsden values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve. Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment. Flu Vaccination What We Expect of our Staff At The Royal Marsden we have an immune compromised patient population who we must protect as much as we can against the flu virus. Each year, seasonal flu affects thousands of people in the UK. Occurring mainly in winter, it is an infectious respiratory disease capable of producing symptoms ranging from those similar to a common cold, through to very severe or even fatal disease. The wellbeing of our staff and patients is of the upmost importance to us, and it is the expectation of The Royal Marsden that all patient-facing staff have an annual flu vaccination, provided free of charge by the Trust.