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Medical Laboratory Assistant

2 weeks ago


Sutton, United Kingdom The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Previous applicants need not apply
The transplant programme at the Royal Marsden Hospital has established a reputation for high quality service provision which we strive to maintain and improve by commitment to excellence and innovation.
Due to the nature of the work the individual must be able to work with high levels of concentration and attention to detail. The post requires a level of physical fitness to be able to move heavy equipment and to stand for long periods in order to be able to fulfil the role. We are looking for a strong team player with excellent organisational skills, but also the ability to work alone.
To support the stem cell transplant and cellular therapy programmes
To perform a wide variety of support tasks within the Cellular Therapy Laboratory under the supervision and direction of the state registered biomedical scientist staff.
To take an active role in maintaining cleanliness of the clean-room including the cleaning of all floors and surfaces with biocides. To undertake training in and to perform environmental monitoring of the clean room areas.
To support qualified staff processing stem cells for transplant following departmental SOPs. This involves working independently as well as in a team. Support activities involve carrying out detailed calculations and using a variety of equipment.
To take an active role in maintaining adequate stock levels and performing accurate logging of batches and expiry dates of all consumables and equipment used in cell processing.
The Cellular Therapy lab holds IBMS training status and training in laboratory practise will be given as the post-holder is expected to complete an IBMS registration portfolio. There will be a requirement for some of the work towards the portfolio to be undertaken in the post-holder’s own time.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
For further information, please refer to the JDPS
These responsibilities will be carried out under the guidance of the Head/Deputy Head of the Cellular Therapy laboratory
Laboratory duties
Clean room working - this involves stringent aseptic technique and adherence to relevant standards of working.
Run controls and perform full blood counts using an automated analyser.
Provide critical support to stem cell processing staff in the clean room.
Participate in storage and checking of cryopreserved stem cells.
Participate in maintenance, cleaning and monitoring of the cryogenic storage facility, cleanroom areas and general laboratory.
To assist with general laboratory portering.
Other Responsibilities
Take telephone calls and deal with messages and enquiries including questions pertaining to the Cellular Therapy Laboratory Service.
To work within the limits of capability and responsibility of the post, seeking advice and direction where appropriate.
To participate in training and assessment for specified tasks, completing programmes to a satisfactory level of competence.
Working conditions/effort
The post is laboratory-based with time spent in the clean room, cryogenic storage area, unclassified lab and office. The post involves standing for significant periods, lifting, cleaning and other physical tasks.
The post involves frequent movement between the Cellular Therapy Transplant Laboratory, various diagnostic pathology labs and adult and paediatric ward areas
The post involves working with blood products and liquid nitrogen
Performance of repetitive tasks is required