Medical Laboratory Assistant - Immunology

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant to join its Immunology team. This role requires strong communication skills and an understanding of patient confidentiality. You will support Biomedical Scientists in a dynamic laboratory environment, contributing to clinical diagnosis and personal development. The department is renowned for its innovative practices and commitment to professional growth. Join a forward-thinking organization that values teamwork and offers a robust infrastructure for career advancement, all while making a meaningful impact on patient care in the community.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 in Science or equivalent qualifications required.
• Evidence of training in relevant pathology discipline is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support Biomedical Scientists in delivering services for clinical diagnosis.
• Work in laboratory sections on a rotational basis to gain diverse experience.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Patient Confidentiality

Education

Science NVQ level 3

GCSE Grade C or above in English

GCSE Grade C or above in Maths

GCSE Grade C or above in one science

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Immunology

Band 3

Main area: Immunology

Grade: Band 3

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Saturdays 1 in 12)

Job ref: 349-CSS-7065342*C

Site: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford Road Campus

Town: Manchester

Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 per annum (pro rata)

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 17/03/2025 23:59

Job Overview

Do you have good verbal and written communication skills, an understanding of the concept of patient confidentiality, and the ability to work as part of a team while accurately following written protocols? If you are suitably qualified with appropriate experience, consider joining our Trust's Immunology team.

The largest department of its kind in North West England, we’re centrally located with good public transport links. We’re well-staffed and proactively developed and supported by continual professional development and academic courses. We were the first immunology lab in the UK to hold UKAS/ISO 15189 accreditation and the first Immunology team to successfully implement a Multiplex (BioPlex) testing system. The department is constantly evolving and is in the process of implementing a managed service contract for new equipment and pre-analytics.

Main Duties of the Job

Working in one of the sections of the laboratory on a rotational basis, you will provide support to Biomedical Scientists, delivering services to patients and clients as an aid to clinical diagnosis. You’ll also be part of an expanding department with many opportunities for personal development. The skills you acquire will be nurtured to ensure you can contribute and support the work of our department as a valued member of staff.

Working for Our Organisation

MFT is England’s largest NHS Trust with a turnover of £2.8bn and is creating an exceptional integrated health and social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.

Bringing together 10 hospitals and community services from across Manchester, Trafford, and beyond, we champion collaborative working and transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate, offering a scale of opportunity that is extraordinary.

We’ve created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient and staff experience, operational effectiveness, and drive research and innovation through the introduction of Hive, our new Electronic Patient Record system launched in September 2022.

We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre and Education provider, providing a robust infrastructure to facilitate high-quality research programmes. We’re also embarking on our new Green Plan to make healthcare more sustainable.

At MFT, we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, while protecting your health and wellbeing.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Appropriate Science NVQ level 3, Apprenticeship Level 2, Certificate of Achievement Part 1, or equivalent.
• GCSE Grade C or above in English, Maths, and at least one science.

Knowledge & Experience

• Evidence of training and development within a relevant pathology discipline.
• Working knowledge of laboratory areas, including practical and basic theoretical knowledge of various methods employed.
• Competent to process a range of tests/processes on various specimens.
• Demonstrate sufficient knowledge and skills to train other staff.
• Evidence of using complex laboratory equipment.
• Understanding of Laboratory Health and Safety procedures and protocols.
• Experience of supervision and training.

Contact Information

Name: Ghazala Barlas

Job title: Senior Biomedical Scientist

Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]

If You Have Problems Applying

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