Medical Laboratory Assistant

4 months ago


Birmingham, United Kingdom The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust Full time

To perform accurate preparation and pre-analytical procedures as defined by the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including centrifuging samples where necessary. To undertake the reception of samples within the department and their collection from Pathology Reception, using own initiative and dealing with matters independently where possible, referring to senior members of staff for guidance when necessary. To ensure correct documentation and labelling of samples. To identify and expedite urgent and priority samples.

Responsible for specimen and patient data entry into the laboratory computer and the storage of paper records. To provide information as required. To assist with the processing of specimens using automated laboratory techniques. To perform manual laboratory techniques.

Dealing with telephone enquiries from colleagues, patients, medical staff and others and giving out authorised results according to protocols that protect patient confidentiality. To ensure the safe disposal of samples and materials according to departmental policies. To prepare reagents and perform Quality Assurance procedures according to SOPs. To document and package specimens and request for reference to other laboratories ensuring that the correct tests have been requested and that transport regulations are adhered to according to written protocols.Responsible for monitoring and requisitioning of stationery, pharmacy supplies and consumable goods from stock.

To undertake general laboratory house keeping as specified in the SOPs.To handle bio hazardous samples and hazardous substances. May be required to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays in line with service needs.



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