Medical Laboratory Assistant
4 weeks ago
Job summary
Applications are invited for a full time Medical Laboratory Assistant (Agenda for Change Band 2) in Clinical Chemistry based at Airedale General Hospital.
The department operates a 24/7 service. There is a requirement for flexible working within this role with core working hours between 8am and 8pm. The main hours of the role will include rotation between 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm and 12pm-8pm shifts, and may include weekend working to meet service delivery requirements.
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 progression to Biomedical Scientist grade .
Main duties of the job
Medical Laboratory Assistants are a key staff group, working alongside Biomedical Scientists to ensure the smooth running of the pathology department.
The primary duties of this role will involve answering telephone queries from users, locating samples, maintaining outstanding worklists and general housekeeping duties, including cleaning and disposal of laboratory waste.
The successful candidate will be required to work in all sections within the chemistry department, including the automated and manual sections of the Clinical Chemistry laboratories
There may be the requirement to work in other sections of the Blood Sciences Laboratory such as Haematology, Blood transfusion and Central Separating (sample reception), subject to the needs of the service.
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.
About us
We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.
We want to attract staff who embrace our 'Right Care' behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients - we want to make these part of our DNA.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of this job vacancy, please see attached full job description and person specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
GCSE Science, English or equivalent level qualification
Experience
Desirable
Experience of following SOP's Previous Laboratory experience
Knowledge
Essential
Organisational skills Good Communication skills Attention to detail Team player and able to work with a minimum of supervision Ability to prioritise work and work effectively under pressure.
Desirable
Health and safety legislation COSHH Theoretical knowledge of histology-
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