Microbiology Lab Assistant — Fast-Paced NHS Role

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals; Preston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is recruiting for a Band 2 Microbiology role at Royal Preston Hospital in Preston. The post is full time, 37.5 hours per week, on a 24/7 shift pattern including nights and weekends.

Training is provided as you become competent across testing methods, with a focus on timely and accurate patient results. You will join a friendly, hardworking Microbiology team, supporting Biomedical Scientists and delivering high-quality care to patients while advancing your laboratory

Qualifications

• Experience of working with others
• Basic IT skills
• Understanding of Health & Safety and confidentiality
• Previous Laboratory Experience

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with clinical staff, laboratory staff and external clients regarding advice/clarification of test requests.
• Answer the telephone clearly and log results.
• Assist in verbal and written communication
• Work on a shift rota covering 24/7 including nights, weekends and bank holidays
• Order stock from Main Stores and supply to Wards/Departments and GP practices
• Ensure correct specimens are ready for investigations

Skills

Basic IT skills

Education

GCSE level with Maths, English and Science

RSA II

NVQ2 Clinical Support

Job description

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is recruiting for a Band 2 Microbiology role at Royal Preston Hospital in Preston. The post is full time, 37.5 hours per week, on a 24/7 shift pattern including nights and weekends.

Training is provided as you become competent across testing methods, with a focus on timely and accurate patient results. You will join a friendly, hardworking Microbiology team, supporting Biomedical Scientists and delivering high-quality care to patients while advancing your laboratory