University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

The Microbiology Department at UHS is excited to advertise an opportunity for a Biomedical Support Worker with a strong background in teamwork, time management and attention to detail skills.  

The department processes over 1,000,000 specimens per year. We employ almost 100 staff and provide a comprehensive 7 day service covering bacteriology, mycobacteriology, mycology, virology, serology and parasitology and molecular testing.

We are IBMS accredited for pre-registration training and specialist training in medical microbiology, virology and infectious science.

You would rotate through sections of the laboratory, and be responsible for training others when you have gained competencies in those sections.

The successful candidate will work core hours. Weekends and bank holidays are also worked on a rotation.

Please note high volume of applications may result in the advert closing early

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. 

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. 

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Candidates will work core hours with weekend and bank holiday working on rotation. 

This role involves handling patient samples including bodily fluids & swabs.  

Key roles and responsibilities:

- Answering telephone enquiries

- Basic sample processing

- Manual handling and Health & Safety 

- Use of IT systems

- Teamwork and training other staff