Technologist in Histocompatibility

Job summary

Applications are invited from enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals to join our busy laboratory as a Technologist.

The post-holder will be expected to provide support for the Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics investigations offered by the laboratory in support of organ, tissue and cell transplantation, working to national and international Standards (UKAS, EFI).

Main duties of the job

The post-holder is expected to have knowledge of healthcare science achieved through training and experience to A level/BTEC equivalent level. Previous laboratory experience is essential. Knowledge of and experience in Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics is desirable although training will be provided.

This technical role will include sample processing, routine testing, responsibility for laboratory equipment and stock control.

About us

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £ & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.

We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.

We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at .

Were looking forward to hearing from you

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Sound general education BTEC or equivalent

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

An understanding of healthcare science work practices

Desirable

Previous laboratory experience in a blood science laboratory

Skills

Essential

High level of manual dexterity Accuracy and reproducibility Good computer and IT skills Ability to work well in a team Good communication skills

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