About this role
Job summary
Weqas is one of the largest External Quality Assessment (EQA) providers in the United Kingdom with over 600 clients providing services to both laboratory and POCT diagnostic services.
We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic individual to work within this fast paced environment.
A methodical and flexible approach to work and excellent attention to detail are essential for this role.
Duties performed by the MLA team support the scientific teams across all areas of the Weqas organisation.
Main duties of the job
The main duties include:
Dispensing, labelling and dispatch of EQA / IQC / QCRM material. Separation of blood products and preparation of samples for further testing. Check and maintain stock levels of consumables. General office duties including the data entry of results, packing of reports and mail shots, filing, scanning and label printing.
Certain tasks require the use of aseptic techniques and therefore maintenance of a high standard of cleanliness of apparatus and work area is required.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Personal Qualities Essential
Experience of effective communication with colleagues and visitors / patients
Skills Essential
Attention to detail - demonstrated through experience and written application Keyboard Skills
Desirable
Aseptic Techniques Record keeping skills
Experience Essential
Ability to perform repetitive tasks. Ability to work to deadlines
Desirable
Previous Healthcare and/or Laboratory experience Previous experience in stock maintenance
Qualifications Essential
Good standard of education to include English and Maths to GCSE level
Desirable
GCSE or equivalent in a Scientific subject
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address Weqas, Unit 6
Parc Ty Glas, Llanishen
Cardiff
CF14 5DU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)