Medical Laboratory Assistant

1 month ago


Derby, Derby, United Kingdom University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our team in the Microbiology laboratory at Royal Derby Hospital. As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Biomedical Scientists by performing a wide range of tasks associated with the processing of samples.

Responsibilities include sorting, preparing, processing, and handling blood, urine, tissue, and bodily fluids. You will also be required to undertake quality assurance procedures, housekeeping duties, maintenance of equipment, and disposal of clinical waste.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a laboratory setting and work as part of a dynamic team. If you are a motivated and flexible individual with a passion for delivering high-quality results, we encourage you to apply for this role.

Main Duties

  • Undertake routine analytical tasks and be responsible for instrument maintenance and housekeeping in line with departmental standard operating procedures.
  • Undertake basic clerical duties, including data inputting and phone enquiries, to support sample testing and reporting on the laboratory computer system.
  • Organize the regular transport of samples, goods, and post to other sites and laboratories.
  • Stock control and maintenance of reagents and consumables in the working environment.
  • Adhere to information governance policies, including maintaining standards of confidentiality, security, and safety in line with national and local guidelines.
  • Train new starters and act as a role model to ensure that all team members and others visiting the area give a high priority to policies and procedures relating to infection control.

About Us

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider in the region, recognized for our commitment to delivering exceptional care to our patients. We are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional development and growth.

What We Offer

  • Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
  • On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond
  • Staff benefits, including employee assistance program, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, and car schemes

Key Facts

  • We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
  • We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
  • An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
  • Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
  • Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
  • We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
  • We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
  • UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.


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