Pathology Specimen Reception Assistant

4 weeks ago


Bedford, United Kingdom Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

To undertake the reception, identification and processing of pathological samples in the Specimen Reception. Sorting and labelling of specimens Undertake accurate and precise data entry on laboratory computer system which requires frequent periods of concentration Maintenance of stores To ensure that GP consumable orders are completed and distributed to GP surgeries Receive and dispatch samples to referral laboratories for the Sendaway teams Liaison with the courier drivers To report any problems or difficulties encountered in the performance of his/her duties immediately To bring to the attention of the CSR Manager any problems or complaints To comply at all times with any regulation issued by the Trust, especially those governing Health & Safety at Work, and to ensure that any defects which may affect safety at work are brought to the attention of the appropriate manager. Ensure laboratory record keeping is accurate and in compliance with accreditation standards Participate in mentoring, guidance and knowledge transfer amongst inexperienced BMS and MLA staff as and when required Effectively communicate with laboratory and medical staff to ensure that specimens are dealt with appropriately and in a timely fashion Handle telephone enquiries from Service Users Where appropriate, effectively communicate laboratory results which may be of a complex and/or sensitive nature to service users as per departmental protocol Liaise with GP surgeries, hospital clinics and other departments within Pathology Use the laboratory information system according to protocols Use information systems, specialist and general software, in data entry and the collection and interpretation of information to assist in the provision of laboratory services Maintain integrity and accuracy of laboratory database where appropriate To participate in the current shift pattern: Bedford shifts are as follows 08.00-16.00, 09.00-17.00, 09.30-17.30 depending on staff in), 10.30-18.30, 12.00-20.00, Saturday 09.00-14.00 and Sunday 09:00-13:00.



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