About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited to work in our busy Histopathology Department as a Medical Laboratory Assistant working in Sample Reception.
This sample reception post is located at Wrexham Maelor Hospital with the processing of samples being undertaken at our centralised laboratory in Ysbyty Wrexham.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for a an enthusiastic and reliable laboratory support workers to join our busy team in the Cellular Pathology department at Ysbyty Wrexham Maelor in North Wales.
As a Medical Laboratory Assistant the post holder will support the Cellular Pathology service by receipting and entering samples onto our laboratory computer system and making sure they are safely transfer to the centralised site. Dealing with reception and telephone queries from staff, GPs and other users of the Pathology Service.
Some knowledge or experience of laboratory work would be an advantage but is not essential as specific training and competencies to meet the job requirements will be given. If you are enthusiastic, enjoy a challenge are willing to go the extra mile and have an eye for detail then this could be the role you are looking for.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Please note that the salary of this post is below what is needed to be eligible for sponsorship.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
qualification Essential
Good general education GCSE in English, Maths and Biology
Desirable
ECDL
Experience Essential
Experience of team working in a busy working environment.
Desirable
Laboratory experience
Skills Essential
Good keyboard skills Manual dexterity Good communication skills Ability to work as a team Ability to follow directions
Desirable
Ability to speak Welsh Knowledge of data Information Management Systems
Personal qualities Essential
Dependable Punctual Numerate Enthusiastic
Other Relevant Requirements Essential
Ability to work between hours 7am - 7 pm Monday to Friday Available to working on weekend and bank holiday rota Ability to manual handle and transfer equipment weighing over 10kg.
Desirable
Ability to travel between sites at times required to meet service needs
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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address Wrexham Maelor
Watery Road
Wrexham
LL13 7TJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)