Medical Laboratory Assistant

NHS; Truro; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant in Truro. This full-time position involves supporting laboratory operations, including sample preparation and data entry. No prior experience is required as full training will be provided. The ideal candidate should possess strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure. Competitive salary between £24,937 to £26,598 per annum, pro rata.

Qualifications

• CSE / GCSE in 4 subjects including Math's, Science, and English at grade 4 and above.
• Recent educational achievements relating to laboratory services.
• Experience of data entry.
• Experience of using analysers.

Responsibilities

• Receipt of samples from within the hospital and surrounding GP practices.
• Sample preparation and data entry for analysis.
• Supporting duties alongside Biomedical Scientists.

Skills

Precise and methodical work

Ability to work with human fluid and tissue

Adept at using automation

Ability to work under pressure

Experience of following written protocols

Ability to prioritize

Evidence of previous team working

Education

CSE / GCSE in 4 subjects including Math's, Science, and English

Recent educational achievements relating to laboratory services

Tools

LIMS (WinPath)

Job description

Applications are invited for the post of Medical Laboratory Assistant to work in the Blood Sciences department at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro.

It's an exciting time with a new Blood Sciences laboratory open covering haematology, blood transfusion and clinical chemistry. The job purpose is to provide laboratory, clerical & data entry support and reception cover as part of a laboratory team.

No previous experience required as full training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

The receipt of samples from within the hospital and surrounding GP practices.

Sample preparation, request data entry and presentation for analysis as appropriate.

To support the specific and technical and clerical duties alongside Biomedical Scientists as part of a team to facilitate the smooth running of the service.

This is a full time post working 37.5 hours per week. A flexible attitude to working hours is essential. The hours are currently within a framework of 08.00-20.00 including weekend & Bank Holiday working. These arrangements are subject to continuing review.

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

About us

Cornwall is a beautiful county which offers an exceptional quality of life and provides many opportunities for outdoor activities such as sailing, surfing and walking it's rugged coastal pathways. There is a thriving arts and theatre scene, as well as an eclectic mixture of restaurants, cafes and bars.

Local, National and International access is available via Newquay airport. Regular intercity train services run from Truro to London and other major cities. The county is well served by superfast broadband.

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

Job responsibilities

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Employment history and reference checks

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Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways. Please talk to us at interview about any flexible working arrangements you would prefer or require. While we may not be able to fully accommodate all requests, such requests will not be referenced during the interview scoring process, and we will fully consider and try to accommodate them for successful applicants.

We reserve the right to close this advert early, or when the allocated number of applications has been reached. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• CSE / GCSE in 4 subjects including Math's, Science and English at grade 4 and above.
• Recent educational achievements relating to laboratory services.

Experience

• Experience of data entry
• Experience of LIMS (WinPath) data entry
• Experience of using analysers

Skills

• Must be precise, methodical and dextrous
• Must have the ability to work with human fluid and tissue
• Adept at using automation.
• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Previous experience of following written protocols / policies
• Ability to prioritise
• Evidence of previous team working

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.

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata