About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit 3 fixed-term, part-time Medical Laboratory Assistants to join our Pathology Specimen Reception teams, based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (2 posts) and the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford (1 post).
Please note that these are not trainee Biomedical Scientist posts and are unlikely to lead to one.
We are seeking self-motivated and conscientious individuals who have an organised approach with good attention to detail and who can remain calm in stressful situations. You will need excellent communication and observation skills and should enjoy working as part of a team.
Previous experience in a NHS clinical laboratory or in analytical techniques would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided. A good level of secondary education is required with English, Maths and Science to GCSE grade 9 - 4 (or equivalent).
IMPORTANT: Please can applicants state their GCSE grades fully on their application form and comply with the person specification or their application may not be considered.
**Please note that we cannot offer sponsorship for this role**
Main duties of the job
The role of a Medical Laboratory Assistant is varied and involves supporting the scientific staff in the receipt, data entry and pre-analytic preparation of patient samples, preparing chemical solutions, maintaining stocks of consumable items, disposal of chemical and/ or biological waste, and maintaining and decontamination of complex laboratory equipment and as such is a key role in supporting a diagnostic service.
You will be required to work 20 hours per week (Monday-Friday). You will be required to work between the hours of 07:00 and 21:00. Shifts will vary according to service needs so flexibility is essential. You will also be expected to support a 7 day working rota which will include out of hours work such as evenings (Late and Partial Late shifts), nights, weekends and Bank/ Public holidays.
About us
Our vision is to put patients at the centre of everything we do.
In the Blood Sciences department you will be working alongside a friendly, expert and energetic team of Consultants, Clinical Scientists, Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners.
Visits to the department are welcome and can be arranged.
Please note, for vacancies that receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the post before the stated closing date, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good general education up to GCSE including Maths, English and Science (Grades 9 - 4) or equivalent.
Desirable
NVQ level 2, Clinical Laboratory Support or equivalent Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience Essential
Data Entry Experience
Desirable
Clinical NHS laboratory experience NHS Hospital experience
Knowledge Essential
Basic theoretical knowledge to support sample processing / analytical processes Understanding of the need for confidentiality and data protection. Understanding of health and safety.
Skill Essential
Accurate data entry and keyboard skills Ability to work as part of a team with indirect supervision
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.
Employer details Employer name The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital
Mytton Oak Road
Shrewsbury
SY3 8XQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)