Medical Laboratory Assistant | Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join the Department of Clinical Microbiology. The role entails microbiological testing for healthcare providers in Mid and West Cornwall. The ideal candidate will possess a good standard of education, keyboard skills, and may benefit from previous laboratory or NHS experience. Full training will be provided and part-time opportunities may be available.

Qualifications

• Good keyboard skills are essential.
• Previous laboratory or NHS experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Join the Department of Clinical Microbiology to undertake microbiological testing.
• Work approximately 37.5 hours per week, including some weekends.

Education

Good basic standard of education

Job description

Employment details

The laboratory provides a seven day service, with extended working days. There will be a requirement to work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, as agreed. It is anticipated that the post-holder will be expected to work approximately one in four weekends. However, there may be part‑time opportunities available.

About the role

Do you thrive in a busy, but friendly team environment? If so, we are looking for a bright, efficient individual to join our team at the Royal Cornwall Hospital NHS Trust's Department of Clinical Microbiology. The Department undertakes microbiological testing for healthcare providers in Mid and West Cornwall. Applicants will have a good basic standard of education, good keyboard skills and an enthusiasm to learn. Previous laboratory or NHS experience would be an advantage, although full training will be given.

About the Trust

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people – a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non‑clinical roles. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.

Required checks and clearances

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

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