Laboratory Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

The main duty of a lab assistant is to support the professional lab technologist in collecting specimens, preparing them for analysis, and running routine lab tests. As a lab assistant, you may test blood, urine, tissue, and other bodily substances.

Job Description:

• Receive laboratory specimens and reject those that are unsuitable for analysis.
• Opening and booking of samples received.
• Sort and label samples/forms in the laboratory.
• Scanning and sorting of request forms.
• Using Laboratory Information System to perform functions such as result query, order entry and result entry.
• Housekeeping of laboratory, equipment and machineries.
• Assist in laboratory duties such as maintaining inventory, including laboratory cleaning and clearing of Bio-hazardous waste
• Cleaning and maintaining work area and all lab equipment and supplies
• Ensure SOP and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) is implemented.
• Any other administrative duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements:

• ITE Certificate in Biotechnology.
• 1 to 2 years of experience preferably in Medical Laboratory Industries.
• Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Able and willing to maintain a strict level of confidentiality regarding laboratory results and records
• Excellent computer skills
• Team player

Work Schedule:

5.5-day work week

Monday to Friday: 9.30 am to 6.00 pm

Saturday: 9.30 am to 2.00 pm

Above operational hours will change according to operation requirements.

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