Medical Laboratory Assistant Haem

Job summary

Liverpool Clinical Laboratories is the largest provider of pathology services in the Northwest. The work we do is clinically led and cutting edge, making us a regional reference centre for many specialist investigations. As part of LCL you will be encouraged to share your skills to help drive the organisation to success.

Liverpool Clinical Laboratories are looking to recruit to become part of our multidisciplinary support team, the post will be 24/7 and across all of LCLs Sites. Recruiting initially into the advertised department.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Medical laboratory Assistant to join our dynamic workforce initially within the Department of Haematology and Transfusion based at the Royal site of Liverpool Clinical Laboratories, however this role is expected support the main auto lab as the department progresses.

This busy department operates 24 hours, is well equipped with modern automation and processes almost 2 million samples per annum.

Main duties of the job

In this initial role you will support the day-to-day activities supporting the Haematology and Transfusion Laboratories working under the direction of qualified staff, as part of the pathology team. You will process clinical specimens for biological testing and associated supporting functions. You will also perform maintenance on instruments, running internal QC as per section policy and bring outliers to the attention of Biomedical Scientists. The role also requires the post holder to undertake relevant unsupervised housekeeping laboratory duties in a timely and efficient manner as directed by departmental policy. You should also be able to work using your own initiative, demonstrating good interpersonal and communication skills.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.

The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.

The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see JD & Person Specification for full details.

Key responsibilities To develop the knowledge and skills required for the preparation of specimens forprocessing relevant to the department (within departmental scope of practice and SOPs). Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and work within HSE and departmental Healthand Safety regulations Undertake day to day maintenance, calibration, control, troubleshooting and operation ofall routine and specialised equipment within the section(s), as directed by department Comply with all quality standards and adhere to the quality management systemspertaining to the department. Stock control and where directed the ordering of supplies as 2024 Ensure compliance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures, working on owninitiative with supervision available. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies and legislation. To record incidents and non-conformities in conjunction with more senior and clinical staffas soon as possible in-line with procedures. Involved in the supervision, teaching, and advising of other staff. Comply with Standards of Proficiency, competence and conduct as directed Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all aspects of Information Governance Undertake duties as required by the department dependent upon working patterns. Participates in the Trust Personal Development Programme and works towards identifieddevelopment Tasks: -Knowledge,Training & Experience Build upon the post holders technical knowledge, training and experience. Identifyingtraining and development needs at annual appraisal To ensure compliance with all local and national standards of work practice , UKAS. To maintain the knowledge necessary to assist with performing procedures duringrotation through the laboratory sections as directed. To have gained the necessary knowledge and skills sufficient to work independently, withthe minimum of supervision (within SOPs). To maintain personal and professional development by attending training, lectures, studydays and workshops as and when relevant or as directed. Read all relevant literature provided. Maintain knowledge of operational policies and procedures through use of thedepartmental electronic notice board and document management system.Communication & Relationship Skills To deal sympathetically during liaison with colleagues, other healthcare professionals andstaff from external organisations. To use empathy and understanding to ensure that technical, clinical, and linguisticbarriers to understanding are overcome. To report results to clinicians and other service users in a professional manner To provide advice to clinicians and other service users regarding specimen types asappropriate and directed Communicates any internal or external department difficulties, problems, accidents, orincidents from affecting the department to a section leader/manager promptly.Scientific & Technical Skills To prepare specimens for diagnostic testing. This involves assessing the suitability andappropriateness of specimens submitted to the laboratory: Sort, label, prioritise anddistribute specimens, data entry for patient data and test request, reject unsuitablespecimens and requests onto LIMS / computer system, as per departmental procedures. To refer problematic specimens to the appropriate line -manager or supervisor for furtheraction if deemed necessary. Develop knowledge of medical terms and acronyms to ensure that clinical details arecorrectly entered to computer system, when appropriate. Use of LIMS computer system to gather set lists and extract information from LIMSdatabase for general telephone enquiries by staff from other departments, surgeries orhospitals as directed Scanning of request forms into computer database for storage as directed. Has highly developed physical skills sufficient to operate a pipette with the requiredaccuracy. Will have sufficient hand eye co-ordination to move trays and racks around asrequired on large pieces of automated equipment. To analyse, under supervision from qualified staff, specimens for screening, diagnosticand clinical management of 2024 To perform method and instrument quality procedures, in accordance with StandardOperating procedures (SOPs), as directed and seeking guidance and referral toappropriate line -manager or supervisor for further action when necessary. Tasks will bedepartmental specific/dependent. To perform basic troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on specialist equipment. To refer complex problems relating to breakdown/unavailability of analytical systems tothe appropriate line -manager or supervisor. Archive and store and retrieve specimens. Use LIMS and specimen tracking databases to locate archived specimens that have workoutstanding or retrospectively added. Participate in record keeping, to include fridge/freezer monitoring, reagent inventory andstock consumables control. Identify and safely prepare clinical waste ready for disposal, and transfer to disposal area Preparation of calibrators, quality control materials and reagents as directed. To perform basic maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of Point of Care Testing(POCT) ward based analytical systems as appropriate and directed.Managerial & Supervisory To participate in the review and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures. To participate in the review and implementation of Departmental Policies. To assist with the training, supervision, and co-ordination of support staff.Resource Responsibility To monitor and store consumables and reagents, use of laboratory stock control softwareand notifying supervisory staff where stocks are low. To provide specialised items or supplies from the department, which have beenrequested by clients, to perform specific investigations as appropriate. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the laboratory IT systems and take correctiveaction in the event of failure.Quality To participate in audit as and when required. To read and acknowledge all documents as required on document management system.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Numerate and Literate to GCSE level (To include English and Mathematics)

Desirable

Knowledge of Biomedical tests Knowledge of medical terminologies Must maintain a continuous development portfolio.

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a clinical laboratory or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

Demonstrably Computer literate, with demonstrable data entry experience Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality and data protection issues Knowledge and interest in biomedical science Understands the role of medical laboratories and quality systems Awareness of Health and Safety issues

Skills

Essential

Ability to communicate courteously verbally and in writing Work as part of a team or on own initiative Work in an organised, time efficient and methodical manner Familiar with use of basic laboratory equipment , pipette, pH meter, centrifuge etc. Scientifically numerate Attention to detail

Other

Essential

Willingness to learn and conform to departmental policies, procedures and take defined instruction from others. Ability to adapt to requirements of departmental needs with respect to working time. Commitment to Dignity and Respect Working relationships - maintain and develop

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