Medical Laboratory Assistant

NHS Scotland; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

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.

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for x3 Medical Laboratory Assistants based at University Hospital Crosshouse.

What you will do:

The department handles approximately 3 thousand requests, 33 thousand biopsy samples and 70 thousand blocks of tissue annually. We also provide a full mortuary and autopsy service to the hospitals, community and Procurator Fiscal; Pathology services for the South West Scotland Breast Screening Service and technical support for the Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) service. We have also recently implemented digital pathology.

You will provide support and assistance to Biomedical Scientist staff, receipt, sorting and data entry into LIMS for clinical specimens, scribe at dissection, deal with stock orders, maintain supplies of materials and reagents, maintenance of equipment, preparation of reagents, block and slide filing. This post will be in histopathology and involve all aspects of histology, cytology, Immunocytochemistry and digital pathology duties for this role.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

The Pathology department is looking for a flexible, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our busy department. You should be organised, with excellent communication and data entry skills. You must be able to demonstrate good attention to detail and have had previous experience as a Medical laboratory assistant in NHS.

Hours:

Post 1 Permanent – 37 hours per week (Monday – Thursday 9am – 5pm, Friday 9am – 4.30pm)

Post 2: BANK – approx. 8hrs per fortnight

Post 3: BANK – approx. 8hrs per fortnight

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Jane MacMillan on 01563 827453 or alternatively at [e-mail]

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