Medical Laboratory Assistant

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Immunology Team which is part of Clinical Pathology on. This is a part -time role offering 15 hours / week only. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU REQUIRE MORE HOURS.The department provides a wide range of analytical, diagnostic, interpretative and consultative service to Hospitals, Clinics and GP Practices.You will be required to undertake basic laboratory tasks that are required for the smooth operation of this busy department. The main purpose is to support the department in the delivery of a high quality diagnostic service. The lab opening hours are Mon- Fri 9-5pm.The successful applicant must have good interpersonal skills and demonstrate excellent relations to facilitate working in a team of BMS staff, as well as other healthcare professionals. High levels of concentration and attention to detail are required. This role involves occasional lifting/carrying/walking. You will be a strong team player with good organisational skills, but also able to deal with the pressure of managing your own work. A good standard of education (to GCSE level or equivalent) is necessary as are good keyboard skills. You should be flexible, methodical and organised with good communication skills. Full in-service training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

Sample management

Sample tracking

Stock takes

Telephone queries

Set up of assays

monitoring referral results

Requesting some tests

Dealing with lab housekeeping such as cleaning, removing waste, topping up PPE, collecting samples from other areas

About us

With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.

Date posted

24 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

164-7136605

Job locations

QMC

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

Job description Job responsibilities

Follow laboratory processes for the referring of samples to external laboratories, using associated IT software where applicable

Be aware of and follow the systems and processes of the departments Quality Management System (QMS), interacting where appropriate via the QPulse system

Be aware of and input appropriately to the departments ISO 15189:2012 compliance processes

Demonstrate laboratory procedures to colleagues as part of the new staff induction training programme and assist in the coordination and training of MLA staff as appropriate

Perform sample reception duties including sample acceptance, receiving, sorting, labelling, bar coding and racking of samples on arrival.

9. Load samples onto pre-analytical automation

10. File, archive and retrieve samples, dispatch samples to referral sites as appropriate.

Perform clerical tasks including data input of patient demographics and request details and the filing, copying and retrieval of request forms.

Where applicable, accurately enter information onto the Pathology IT system following SOPs Answer telephone enquiries and perform visitor reception duties.

Perform general house-keeping duties including safe disposal of waste, general cleaning and tidying

Perform pre analytical and track equipment cleaning, calibration and maintenance in accordance with documented schedules

Maintain stocks of laboratory supplies including ensuring adequate supplies of general laboratory items.

Comply with Trust policies and national legislation regarding confidentiality of patient information, the Data Protection Act 1998 and Health and Safety law.

Work flexibly and undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as required

Job description Job responsibilities

Follow laboratory processes for the referring of samples to external laboratories, using associated IT software where applicable

Be aware of and follow the systems and processes of the departments Quality Management System (QMS), interacting where appropriate via the QPulse system

Be aware of and input appropriately to the departments ISO 15189:2012 compliance processes

Demonstrate laboratory procedures to colleagues as part of the new staff induction training programme and assist in the coordination and training of MLA staff as appropriate

Perform sample reception duties including sample acceptance, receiving, sorting, labelling, bar coding and racking of samples on arrival.

9. Load samples onto pre-analytical automation

10. File, archive and retrieve samples, dispatch samples to referral sites as appropriate.

Perform clerical tasks including data input of patient demographics and request details and the filing, copying and retrieval of request forms.

Where applicable, accurately enter information onto the Pathology IT system following SOPs Answer telephone enquiries and perform visitor reception duties.

Perform general house-keeping duties including safe disposal of waste, general cleaning and tidying

Perform pre analytical and track equipment cleaning, calibration and maintenance in accordance with documented schedules

Maintain stocks of laboratory supplies including ensuring adequate supplies of general laboratory items.

Comply with Trust policies and national legislation regarding confidentiality of patient information, the Data Protection Act 1998 and Health and Safety law.

Work flexibly and undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as required

Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard with passes at A-C or equivalent in English & Maths, or equivalent experience Basic science qualification, e.g. GCSE

Experience Essential

• Can demonstrate numeric and literacy skills in the context of interacting with IT systems, data entry and using dashboards Computer literacy

Desirable

• Previous NHS lab experience

Analytical and Judgement skills Essential

• Able to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) Able to undertake basic troubleshooting if deviation from SOP Able to analyse and judge when escalation is required - working within own limits

Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard with passes at A-C or equivalent in English & Maths, or equivalent experience Basic science qualification, e.g. GCSE

Experience Essential

• Can demonstrate numeric and literacy skills in the context of interacting with IT systems, data entry and using dashboards Computer literacy

Desirable

• Previous NHS lab experience

Analytical and Judgement skills Essential

• Able to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) Able to undertake basic troubleshooting if deviation from SOP Able to analyse and judge when escalation is required - working within own limits

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

QMC

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

Employer's website

https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

QMC

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

Employer's website

https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)