Medical Laboratory Assistant

2 weeks ago


Keighley BD TD, United Kingdom NHS Full time £20,000 - £40,000 per year

Applications are invited for full time/part time Medical Laboratory Assistants (Agenda for Change Band 2) in Specimen Reception on both the Airedale Hospital & Bradford Royal Infirmary site.

Please indicate on your application form if you prefer part-time.

Medical Laboratory Assistants are a key staff group within the pathology laboratory. Candidates will need to be enthusiastic, well-motivated and innovative, with good organisational and practical skills. Teamwork and good communication skills are essential. The role requires accuracy and attention to detail with long periods of concentration. Previous laboratory experience would be an advantage for the position however full training will be provided

1 x Full time position

1 x part time 20 hours

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applications.

The successful candidate will be required to work in Specimen Reception on either site to provide support to the Blood Sciences department.

The hours of work are based on a 24/7 work pattern which will include days, late shifts and night working Monday to Friday, Weekends, and Bank Holidays.

Opportunities for personal development are strongly supported; however please note this post may not be suitable for individuals with Biomedical Science degrees as there is no progressional route from this post to a Biomedical Scientist grade .

Please ensure you read the job description and spec carefully before you apply to ensure you meet the desirable criteria.

Our staff surveys tell us that we are one of the best Trusts to work for in the country. Staff benefits include a children's day nursery, subsidised restaurant facilities, cyber cafe and discounts at local leisure facilities.

NB. We reserve the right to close this application process early if sufficient suitable applications are received.

We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:

Cycle to Work

Travel Scheme

Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice

Onsite Nursery

Buying and Selling Annual Leave

Car Leasing

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Health and Wellbeing

Extensive Reward Scheme

Counselling Service

Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream

Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.

Our values:

We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience – we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:

Committed to Quality of Care

Compassion

Working together for patients

Improving Lives

Everyone Counts

Respect and Dignity

Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.

For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification.

This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.

If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation



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