Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services, including acute, emergency, and elective care, across several hospitals in Blackpool and surrounding areas. Their ultimate mission is to deliver outstanding, patient-focused care that improves health outcomes and quality of life. Their purpose is to ensure access to high-quality medical services, foster a supportive environment for patients, and enhance community health through effective and compassionate healthcare delivery.

Science & Healthcare

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

You must be available 8am-8pm, including weekends and Bank Holidays. Previous lab experience is preferred, but a comprehensive training program is offered.

You will receive and process microbiology samples, operate basic lab equipment, maintain hygiene, manage stock, and assist staff while responding to non-interpretive telephone inquiries.

Science

Healthcare

Our busy and friendly Microbiology team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is looking for 2 WTE Band 2 Medical Laboratory Assistants to join us as we continue to deliver high-quality diagnostics and patient care. The post holder will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust within the Bacteriology department. Applicants will need to able to work between 8am and 8pm. Participation in weekend and Bank Holiday sessions will also be required. We welcome and encourage application from anyone with protected characteristics, as well as supporting reservists and Veterans who are looking for a rewarding and challenging career within the NHS, and especially here at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Honesty with regards to the above is encouraged and appreciated during he application process to ensure the correct support if required is offered from the the start of application. This can be a challenging role, and we want to ensure the best support and well being for all of our staff. The post holders will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospital Trust as a Medical Laboratory Assistant within the Bacteriology laboratory. The principal duty of the post holder is to perform the following: * Receiving and booking in samples – Accepting microbiology specimens (e.g. swabs, urine, blood cultures), checking labelling, and entering data into the laboratory information system. * Preparing and processing specimens – Plating samples onto culture media, preparing slides, or setting up tests under supervision and following aseptic technique. * Operating basic laboratory equipment – Using automated systems (e.g. incubators, analysers), loading samples, and reporting any faults. * Maintaining laboratory hygiene and safety – Cleaning work areas, using personal protective equipment (PPE), and disposing of clinical waste appropriately. * Stock control and general support – Replenishing consumables, restocking media and reagents, temperature monitoring and assisting biomedical scientists and other staff with day-to-day tasks. * Responding to telephone enquiries where no interpretation of results is required. Duties will be carried out following established Standard Operating Procedures, under the supervision of State Registered Biomedical Scientists. Previous laboratory experience is a distinct advantage. A comprehensive training program is provided. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a 1-hour drive from Manchester & Liverpool. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients. As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the North and London in the South. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals encourages flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance. Working patterns such as part time working, compressed hours, annualised hours working can be explored. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Paul Regan Job title: Recruiting Manager Email address: paul.regan1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01253 956951 Paul Regan (Senior BMS) - 01253 956951 Jade Coldwell (Senior BMS)/Helen Cooper (Senior BMS) - 01253 956951

Our busy and friendly Microbiology team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is looking for 2 WTE Band 2 Medical Laboratory Assistants to join us as we continue to deliver high-quality diagnostics and patient care.The post holder will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust within the Bacteriology department.Applicants will need to able to work between 8am and 8pm. Participation in weekend and Bank Holiday sessions will also be required.We welcome and encourage application from anyone with protected characteristics, as well as supporting reservists and Veterans who are looking for a rewarding and challenging career within the NHS, and especially here at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.Honesty with regards to the above is encouraged and appreciated during he application process to ensure the correct support if required is offered from the the start of application. This can be a challenging role, and we want to ensure the best support and well being for all of our staff.The post holders will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospital Trust as a Medical Laboratory Assistant within the Bacteriology laboratory.The principal duty of the post holder is to perform the following: * Receiving and booking in samples – Accepting microbiology specimens (e.g. swabs, urine, blood cultures), checking labelling, and entering data into the laboratory information system. * Preparing and processing specimens – Plating samples onto culture media, preparing slides, or setting up tests under supervision and following aseptic technique. * Operating basic laboratory equipment – Using automated systems (e.g. incubators, analysers), loading samples, and reporting any faults. * Maintaining laboratory hygiene and safety – Cleaning work areas, using personal protective equipment (PPE), and disposing of clinical waste appropriately. * Stock control and general support – Replenishing consumables, restocking media and reagents, temperature monitoring and assisting biomedical scientists and other staff with day-to-day tasks. * Responding to telephone enquiries where no interpretation of results is required.      Duties will be carried out following established Standard Operating Procedures, under the supervision of State Registered Biomedical Scientists. Previous laboratory experience is a distinct advantage. A comprehensive training program is provided.Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a 1-hour drive from Manchester & Liverpool. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the North and London in the South.Blackpool Teaching Hospitals encourages flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance. Working patterns such as part time working, compressed hours, annualised hours working can be explored. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Paul Regan Job title: Recruiting Manager Email address: paul.regan1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01253 956951Paul Regan (Senior BMS) - 01253 956951Jade Coldwell (Senior BMS)/Helen Cooper (Senior BMS) - 01253 956951

Medical Laboratory Assistant (Bacteriology) (Band 2/3) - Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Our busy and friendly Microbiology team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is looking for 2 WTE Band 2 Medical Laboratory Assistants to join us as we continue to deliver high-quality diagnostics and patient care.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The post holder will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust within the Bacteriology department.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Applicants will need to able to work between 8am and 8pm. Participation in weekend and Bank Holiday sessions will also be required.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;We welcome and encourage application from anyone with protected characteristics, as well as supporting reservists and Veterans who are looking for a rewarding and challenging career within the NHS, and especially here at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Honesty with regards to the above is encouraged and appreciated during he application process to ensure the correct support if required is offered from the the start of application. This can be a challenging role, and we want to ensure the best support and well being for all of our staff. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The post holders will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospital Trust as a Medical Laboratory Assistant within the Bacteriology laboratory.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The principal duty of the post holder is to perform the following:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Receiving and booking in samples – Accepting microbiology specimens (e.g. swabs, urine, blood cultures), checking labelling, and entering data into the laboratory information system.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Preparing and processing specimens – Plating samples onto culture media, preparing slides, or setting up tests under supervision and following aseptic technique.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Operating basic laboratory equipment – Using automated systems (e.g. incubators, analysers), loading samples, and reporting any faults.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintaining laboratory hygiene and safety – Cleaning work areas, using personal protective equipment (PPE), and disposing of clinical waste appropriately.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Stock control and general support – Replenishing consumables, restocking media and reagents, temperature monitoring and assisting biomedical scientists and other staff with day-to-day tasks.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Responding to telephone enquiries where no interpretation of results is required.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;Duties will be carried out following established Standard Operating Procedures, under the supervision of State Registered Biomedical Scientists. Previous laboratory experience is a distinct advantage. A comprehensive training program is provided.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a 1-hour drive from Manchester &amp;amp; Liverpool. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde &amp;amp; Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents –&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt; it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the North and London in the South.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Blackpool Teaching Hospitals encourages flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance. Working patterns such as part time working, compressed hours, annualised hours working can be explored. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Paul Regan Job title: Recruiting Manager Email address: paul.regan1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01253 956951&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Paul Regan (Senior BMS) - 01253 956951&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Jade Coldwell (Senior BMS)/Helen Cooper (Senior BMS) - 01253 956951

Medical Laboratory Assistant (Bacteriology) (Band 2/3)

You need a Biomedical Scientist degree, 1 year of Bacteriology lab experience, a completed Specialist portfolio in Microbiology (if registered post-2008), and HCPC registration.

You will perform diagnostic tests on clinical samples, interpret results, maintain equipment, ensure quality standards, collaborate with the team, and communicate urgent findings to clinicians.

Manchester

Liverpool

Our busy and friendly Microbiology team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is looking for 2 WTE Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientists to join us as we continue to deliver high-quality diagnostics and patient care. Are You An Experienced And Motivated HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist Looking To Take The Next Step In Your Career? Do You Hold The Following * An accredited Biomedical scientist degree * A years' experience working in a Bacteriology laboratory as a Biomedical Scientist * Has a completed Specialist portfolio in Microbiology (if HCPC registration attained after 2008)/or equivalent experience/qualifications (If HCPC registration attained before 2008)? If you have answered yes to these questions, please feel free contact us for an informal chat, we would love to hear from you! Consideration Will Be Given To Those With IBMS Registration And Relevant Laboratory Experience For a Band 5 Position. Automatic Progression To a Band 6 Position Will Be Awarded Based Upon The Following Criteria Being Met * 1 year experience as a Band 5 post HCPC registered BMS within a Microbiology department * Completion of the BVH Microbiology lone working associated competencies and integration onto the out of hours on-call rota Please ensure that all aspects of the role requirements are covered in the "supporting information" section of your application. Applicants will need to able to work between 8am and 8pm. Participation in weekend and Bank Holiday sessions is also required. The post holders will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospital Trust as a registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist within the Bacteriology laboratory. The principal duty of the post holder is to perform the following: * Perform a wide range of diagnostic tests on clinical samples (e.g. blood, urine, swabs, sputum) to detect bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections * Use techniques such as culture, microscopy, antigen detection, PCR, and other molecular methods * Interpret and validate test results in accordance with laboratory protocols and quality standards * Ensure all work complies with UKAS/ISO 15189 quality management systems and infection prevention guidelines * Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analysers * Participate in internal and external quality assurance schemes * Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely and accurate results delivery * Communicate effectively with clinicians and other healthcare professionals regarding urgent or significant results * Contribute to training, supervision, and mentorship of less experienced staff or students * Take part in the extended working hours shift pattern, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a 1-hour drive from Manchester & Liverpool. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients. As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the North and London in the South. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals encourages flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance. Working patterns such as part time working, self-rostering, compressed hours, annualised hours can be explored. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Paul Regan Job title: Senior Biomedical Scientist Email address: paul.regan1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01253 956951 Paul Regan (Senior BMS) Jade Coldwell (Senior BMS)/Helen Cooper (Senior BMS) - 01253 956951

Our busy and friendly Microbiology team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is looking for 2 WTE Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientists to join us as we continue to deliver high-quality diagnostics and patient care.Are You An Experienced And Motivated HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist Looking To Take The Next Step In Your Career? Do You Hold The Following * An accredited Biomedical scientist degree * A years' experience working in a Bacteriology laboratory as a Biomedical Scientist * Has a completed Specialist portfolio in Microbiology (if HCPC registration attained after 2008)/or equivalent experience/qualifications (If HCPC registration attained before 2008)?      If you have answered yes to these questions, please feel free contact us for an informal chat, we would love to hear from you!Consideration Will Be Given To Those With IBMS Registration And Relevant Laboratory Experience For a Band 5 Position. Automatic Progression To a Band 6 Position Will Be Awarded Based Upon The Following Criteria Being Met * 1 year experience as a Band 5 post HCPC registered BMS within a Microbiology department * Completion of the BVH Microbiology lone working associated competencies and integration onto the out of hours on-call rota      Please ensure that all aspects of the role requirements are covered in the "supporting information" section of your application.Applicants will need to able to work between 8am and 8pm. Participation in weekend and Bank Holiday sessions is also required.The post holders will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospital Trust as a registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist within the Bacteriology laboratory.The principal duty of the post holder is to perform the following: * Perform a wide range of diagnostic tests on clinical samples (e.g. blood, urine, swabs, sputum) to detect bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections * Use techniques such as culture, microscopy, antigen detection, PCR, and other molecular methods * Interpret and validate test results in accordance with laboratory protocols and quality standards * Ensure all work complies with UKAS/ISO 15189 quality management systems and infection prevention guidelines * Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analysers * Participate in internal and external quality assurance schemes * Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely and accurate results delivery * Communicate effectively with clinicians and other healthcare professionals regarding urgent or significant results * Contribute to training, supervision, and mentorship of less experienced staff or students * Take part in the extended working hours shift pattern, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties      Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a 1-hour drive from Manchester & Liverpool. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the North and London in the South.Blackpool Teaching Hospitals encourages flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance. Working patterns such as part time working, self-rostering, compressed hours, annualised hours can be explored. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Paul Regan Job title: Senior Biomedical Scientist Email address: paul.regan1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01253 956951Paul Regan (Senior BMS)Jade Coldwell (Senior BMS)/Helen Cooper (Senior BMS) - 01253 956951

Biomedical Scientist (Bacteriology) - Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Our busy and friendly Microbiology team at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals is looking for 2 WTE Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientists to join us as we continue to deliver high-quality diagnostics and patient care.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Are You An Experienced And Motivated HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist Looking To Take The Next Step In Your Career? Do You Hold The Following&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;An accredited Biomedical scientist degree&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A years' experience working in a Bacteriology laboratory as a Biomedical Scientist&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Has a completed Specialist portfolio in Microbiology (if HCPC registration attained after 2008)/or equivalent experience/qualifications (If HCPC registration attained before 2008)?&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;If you have answered yes to these questions, please feel free contact us for an informal chat, we would love to hear from you!&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Consideration Will Be Given To Those With IBMS Registration And Relevant Laboratory Experience For a Band 5 Position. Automatic Progression To a Band 6 Position Will Be Awarded Based Upon The Following Criteria Being Met&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;1 year experience as a Band 5 post HCPC registered BMS within a Microbiology department&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Completion of the BVH Microbiology lone working associated competencies and integration onto the out of hours on-call rota&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Please ensure that all aspects of the role requirements are covered in the "supporting information" section of your application. &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Applicants will need to able to work between 8am and 8pm. Participation in weekend and Bank Holiday sessions is also required.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The post holders will work in the context of the objectives of the Pathology Directorate and the Blackpool Teaching Hospital Trust as a registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist within the Bacteriology laboratory.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The principal duty of the post holder is to perform the following:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Perform a wide range of diagnostic tests on clinical samples (e.g. blood, urine, swabs, sputum) to detect bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Use techniques such as culture, microscopy, antigen detection, PCR, and other molecular methods&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Interpret and validate test results in accordance with laboratory protocols and quality standards&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure all work complies with UKAS/ISO 15189 quality management systems and infection prevention guidelines&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analysers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Participate in internal and external quality assurance schemes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely and accurate results delivery&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Communicate effectively with clinicians and other healthcare professionals regarding urgent or significant results&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Contribute to training, supervision, and mentorship of less experienced staff or students&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Take part in the extended working hours shift pattern, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a 1-hour drive from Manchester &amp;amp; Liverpool. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde &amp;amp; Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents –&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt; it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers several scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the North and London in the South.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Blackpool Teaching Hospitals encourages flexible working in all our roles to support staff in maintaining healthy home-life balance. Working patterns such as part time working, self-rostering, compressed hours, annualised hours can be explored. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Paul Regan Job title: Senior Biomedical Scientist Email address: paul.regan1@nhs.net Telephone number: 01253 956951&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Paul Regan (Senior BMS)&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Jade Coldwell (Senior BMS)/Helen Cooper (Senior BMS) - 01253 956951

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