Medical Laboratory Assistant

NHS Tayside; Dundee; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS terms and conditions of employment

Full training

Job summary

NHS Tayside is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Scottish Bowel Screening Laboratory team based at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. You will support receipt, preparation and processing of faecal sample kits in a busy environment.

The role involves following laboratory procedures, maintaining quality standards and working closely with a team to handle a high-volume workload. Training is provided to develop essential skills and contribute to public health services in Scotland.

Qualifications

• Reliable, organised and accurate in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Previous laboratory experience is advantageous, but full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort and prioritise faecal sample kits for laboratory testing.
• Prepare samples and associated documentation in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Safely dispose of clinical samples and waste materials.
• Undertake a range of routine laboratory duties to support service delivery.
• Assist with quality management activities and compliance with laboratory standards.
• Work effectively as part of a team to manage a high-volume workload, processing thousands of items each day.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We are seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Scottish Bowel Screening Laboratory team based at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee.

As part of a dedicated team supporting the Scottish Bowel Screening Programme, you will play an important role in the receipt, preparation and processing of faecal sample kits for testing. Working within a busy laboratory environment, you will contribute to the delivery of a high-quality screening service that helps improve health outcomes across Scotland.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, sort and prioritise faecal sample kits for laboratory testing.
• Prepare samples and associated documentation in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Safely dispose of clinical samples and waste materials.
• Undertake a range of routine laboratory duties to support service delivery.
• Assist with quality management activities and compliance with laboratory standards.
• Work effectively as part of a team to manage a high-volume workload, processing thousands of items each day.

About You

You will be reliable, organised and able to work accurately in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and good communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Previous experience of working in a laboratory environment would be advantageous; however, this is not essential as full training will be provided.

What We Offer

• Full training and support within a friendly and experienced team.
• The opportunity to contribute to a National Screening Programme.
• Experience working within an accredited healthcare laboratory environment.
• NHS terms and conditions of employment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills within a laboratory setting while supporting an important public health service.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Informal enquiries to: Catriona Anderson Associate Service Manager ext 32579 or Gary Parkin, BMS Laboratory Team Leader ext 36012

Hours of work are: 20 Hours per week between 10.00 14.00 Monday to Friday

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