Medical Laboratory Assistant

2 months ago


Sheffield, United Kingdom Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

The above vacancy has arisen for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join this dynamic and internationally respected EQA programme based within the Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

The individual will be required to work with other healthcare scientists and administrative staff in the areas of molecular haemato-oncology and flow cytometry to deliver an efficient and responsive EQA service to UK and international clinical laboratories.
- Perform basic laboratory procedures under appropriate supervision.
- Perform pre-analytical preparation of EQA samples for both molecular and flow cytometric purposes according to protocols.
- Receive material for EQA purposes and ensure integrity and suitability.
- Receive and process EQA specimens to the laboratory for analysis in a timely and efficient manner to ensure appropriate manufacture of EQA material.
- File and retrieve biological material pre and post analysis including the long term storage and archiving of EQA samples.
- The safe disposal of biological materials and waste.
- Prepare solutions and reagents as required.
- Assist with the cleaning and decontamination of laboratory equipment and benches.
- Assist with the maintenance of appropriate stock control.
- Assist in the packaging and arranging of transportation of EQA samples to programme participants and distributors.
- Respond to telephone enquiries.
- To demonstrate working procedures of relevant area to less experienced staff as part of the training process.
- Maintain confidentiality for EQA activities and patient records/material.

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes a firm commitment to professional development of it’s staff together with the provision of an excellent health and well-being support service.

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.



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