Fertility Lab Assistant & Patient Care Specialist

Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical Laboratory Assistant joins the Andrology team at the Hewitt Fertility Centre. The post supports scientists with diagnostic and therapeutic services, patient appointments and samples, and the upkeep of laboratory equipment and records.

It is a patient-facing role in fertility services, with work outside normal hours and participation in a weekend rota if required. GCSE Maths/English are essential.

Qualifications

• GCSE Mathematics and English, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support Andrologists and Embryologists in diagnostic and therapeutic Andrology services.
• Welcome patients, collect identifying information, and arrange appointments by phone or in person.
• Register patients on systems and prepare/send GP referral packs for vasectomy and fertility patients.
• Prepare case notes and packs for sperm freezing and maintain records for treatment and audit.
• Receive semen and blood samples and liaise with colleagues to address urgent queries.
• Audit equipment daily and help maintain the embryology and Andrology laboratories.
• Maintain laboratory stock and liquid nitrogen storage; assist with audits and safety.
• Work flexibly, including outside normal hours and on a weekend rota if required.

Skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Meticulous

Confidentiality awareness

Education

GCSE Mathematics and English

GCSE Biology

Job description

The Medical Laboratory Assistant joins the Andrology team at the Hewitt Fertility Centre. The post supports scientists with diagnostic and therapeutic services, patient appointments and samples, and the upkeep of laboratory equipment and records.

It is a patient-facing role in fertility services, with work outside normal hours and participation in a weekend rota if required. GCSE Maths/English are essential.