NHS
Band 3 - MLA Pathology Reception, Blood Sciences
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Job Description
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- Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements = 2 - Meets all person specification requirements.
- Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements = 2 - Meets all person specification requirements.
Job summary
MLA Blood Sciences Reception:
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated members of staff to work in our Pathology Reception providing support to the Blood Sciences laboratoryacross our laboratory sites in West Herts Hospitals NHS Trust.
Applicants may be required to work shifts from 0800h to 2000h Monday to Friday (37.5 hours), and some weekend shifts.
Laboratory experience and keyboard skills will be an advantage, however full training will be provided.
*Please note we are unable to sponsor visas for this role*
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be required to work at either of the sites providing blood science services (Watford or Hemel Hempstead Hospital),
The role principally involves the registering of patient requests onto the laboratory IT system and sample preparation prior to analysis by our Biomedical Scientist team. The role is busy and requires an exceptional degree of accuracy.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
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Date posted
26 March 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,008 to £25,553 a year inc. HCA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
360-C-5559
Job locations
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
To receive specimens, enter patient and test details in to the Pathology computer system, Prepare specimens for the Chemical Pathology and Haematology Laboratories and for sending to other laboratories.
To work closely with registered biomedical scientist staff, to observe and implement standard operating procedures, to liaise with clinical and nursing staff when required.
To participate in the annual joint review process (Values Bases Appraisal).
To participate in flexible working practices (shift patterns) and work at either site as required for the smooth running of the service.
Job responsibilities
To receive specimens, enter patient and test details in to the Pathology computer system, Prepare specimens for the Chemical Pathology and Haematology Laboratories and for sending to other laboratories.
To work closely with registered biomedical scientist staff, to observe and implement standard operating procedures, to liaise with clinical and nursing staff when required.
To participate in the annual joint review process (Values Bases Appraisal).
To participate in flexible working practices (shift patterns) and work at either site as required for the smooth running of the service.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Your application will be scored against the JD/Person Specification
Essential
Your application will be scored against the JD/Person Specification
Essential
Additional informationDisclosure 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).
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
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.
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