Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Associate Practitioner to join the Specialist Integrated Haematological Malignancy diagnostic service (SIHMDS) Laboratory within North West London Pathology at Hammersmith Hospital, hosted by Imperial NHS Trust.



The laboratory is one of the partner organisations within the North Thames Genomic Laboratory Hub (NTGLH) and is accredited with the NSHCS to provide STP and HSST training, together with a commitment to train and develop staff of all grades.



Applicants must have a biological science degree, with practical laboratory experience in genetics and be able to demonstrate a keen interest in service development and laboratory diagnostic genetics.

Applicants should ideally have worked in an accredited NHS diagnostic laboratory or equivalent workplace and should be working towards HCPC registration.



You should have a good degree in a biological discipline ideally with a significant component in human genetics. Good computer skills are essential and previous experience of lab work in a diagnostic genetics laboratory is desirable.



You should have good communication skills, be able to work well in a team, remain calm under pressure, and be able to prioritise workload. The work requires attention to detail and good organisational / multi-tasking skills. You will need good levels of both concentration and manual dexterity.



Achieve proficiency in designated diagnostic areas, providing comprehensive laboratory services to patients and staff.



Develop technical skills to address problems in the analytical process, highlighting urgent and clinically important results.



Work under supervision across various laboratory sections, ensuring timely completion of tasks to satisfactory standards, while adhering to standard operating procedures and maintaining safe working practices.



Assist in upholding internal and external quality assurance, and participate in research development, and audit projects as directed.



Maintain accurate documentation in line with Trust standards, including electronic records, while demonstrating compliance with Trust policies and promoting adherence among colleagues.



Identify and report clinical risks to ensure appropriate action in accordance with the Trust's risk management policy.



Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.



NWLP Induction



The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.



For 2025/26, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.



Monday 3 November 2025

Monday 1 December 2025

Monday 5 January 2026

Monday 2 February 2026

Monday 2 March 2026

Monday 13 April 2026

Monday 11 May 2026

Monday 1 June 2026

Monday 6 July 2026

Monday 3 August 2026

Monday 7 September 2026

Monday 5 October 2026

Monday 2 November 2026

Monday 7 December 2026



Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.



The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the attachment with the job advert.