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November 24, 2024

Job Overview
Applications are invited from candidates with relevant sample reception experience to provide overall supervision of the Blood Sciences Department Sample Reception at Tameside General Hospital. Find more information about these sample reception supervisor jobs below.

Located eight miles east of Manchester, Tameside General Hospital serves a population of approximately 250,000. Its location offers convenient access to central Manchester and the Peak District.

The Blood Sciences Department is fully computerised with electronic links to wards and local GPs. It is well-equipped with advanced laboratory instruments, including Beckman DxH 800 (Haematology), Werfen ACL TOP 350, Ortho Vision (Transfusion), Beckman Automate (pre-analytics), Beckman AU5800 (Biochemistry), Beckman DxI 800 (Immunoassay), Tosoh G11 (HbA1c/ HbV), and Sebia Hydrasys (Electrophoresis). The department is UKAS accredited and recognised as a HCPC-accredited training laboratory.

Main Duties of the Job

Receive, sort, and book in samples for laboratory investigations. Perform pre-analytical procedures and direct samples to appropriate sections for analysis.
Prepare samples not processed in-house for off-site referral.
Perform standard diagnostic biochemical tests following appropriate training.
Enter results from referral laboratories into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
Address queries regarding results, tests, samples, sample handling, issues, and complaints.
Ensure proper handling of deliveries to the respective department or section.
Supervise, train, and assess the competence of Medical Laboratory Assistants, acting as a mentor.
Manage the day-to-day running of the department, including workload and resource allocation.
Oversee departmental rotas and staffing.
Assist in developing, documenting, and reviewing departmental policies and procedures.
Conduct audits and undertake staff Personal Development Reviews.
Perform return-to-work interviews and monitor staff sickness.
Monitor stock levels.
Provide administrative support to the management team and handle data entry.

Working for the Organisation

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside and Glossop. It provides a range of services within the hospital and across the community for both adults and children.

The organisation adheres to a clear set of values and behaviours:

Safety
Care
Respect
Communication
Learning

Efforts are made to improve workforce diversity to ensure representation of the local population. Applications are encouraged regardless of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, marriage or civil partnership, or maternity status. Particular encouragement is extended to candidates from underrepresented communities, including Black, Asian, and minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+, and disabled individuals.

Benefits include flexible working, 27-33 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), sick pay, access to the NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discounts, a free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car schemes, and support services for stress, bereavement, relationships, and finances.

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

The job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role, while the person specification highlights the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. These documents can be downloaded from the application page.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential: Minimum of 3 GCSEs (grade A-C) including Maths and English or equivalent qualifications or experience; NVQ Level 3 or equivalent NHS experience.

Experience

Essential: Experience working in a pathology specimen reception department; experience supervising others.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential: Ability to work in all areas of the department, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, knowledge of LIMS and Microsoft IT packages, strong training and presentation skills, organisational abilities, and good manual dexterity.
Desirable: Knowledge of audit processes and proficiency in using laboratory equipment.

Application Information

Applications are processed through the NHS TRAC system (link below). Email communication will come from @recruit.trac.jobs, so applicants are advised to regularly check inboxes, including junk/spam folders.

Additional Information

The Trust is committed to environmental sustainability through the “Save Planet Tameside & Glossop” strategy, which promotes eco-friendly workplace practices.

Candidates requiring Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) must verify their eligibility via the UK Visas and Immigration website to avoid disappointment.

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