Medical Laboratory Assistant - Boston

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative NHS Trust is seeking a part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant to join its dynamic Pathology Front of House team. This role involves working evenings and participating in a weekend rota, ensuring efficient sample processing and excellent service to users. Ideal candidates will possess strong numeracy and literacy skills, along with confidence in using IT. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a supportive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to contribute to a vital healthcare service while developing their skills in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in NHS or laboratory setting is advantageous.
• Ability to work to tight schedules and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Pathology Reception during evenings after training.
• Book in various samples for processing and handle service user queries.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Information Technology

Job description

Opportunity: Maternity Cover Medical Laboratory Assistant (Part-Time)

An enthusiastic and energetic individual is invited to join the busy Pathology Front of House team at Pilgrim Hospital as a Maternity Cover Medical Laboratory Assistant. The department is part of the Path Links networked NHS Pathology Service, offering diagnostic investigations on tissue, blood, and fluid samples across Lincolnshire, and is part of the East Midlands Pathology Network, ME2.

Position Details

The role is based within the Pathology departments at Pilgrim Hospital. It is a part-time position, working 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 16:00 to 20:00. The successful candidate will participate in the Front of House rota for weekends on a pro-rata basis.

Responsibilities

• Becoming an integral part of the Pathology Reception during evenings after full training.
• Receipting and booking in a variety of samples for processing.
• Dealing with queries and telephone calls from service users.

Candidate Requirements

• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Confidence in the use of Information Technology.
• Previous experience in a NHS and/or laboratory setting is advantageous.
• Experience working to tight schedules and standard operating procedures is desirable.

Additional Information

The Humber Health Partnership is a significant NHS entity serving over one million patients annually, managing a budget of over £1.3 billion. It consists of two Trusts: NLAG and HUTH, with main hospital sites including Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital, Scunthorpe General Hospital, Goole and District Hospital, Hull Royal Infirmary, and Castle Hill Hospital. The partnership is involved in diverse research areas and is committed to developing a skilled, inclusive, and caring workforce dedicated to delivering excellent patient care.

Note: The application process may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received.

Contact Information

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• James Cragg, Pathology Site Manager
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  Telephone: [phone]
• Melanie Pinder, Front of House Supervisor
  Email: [e-mail]
  Telephone: [phone]