NHS
Medical Laboratory Assistant
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Job Description
- Req#: C9164-24-2042?language=en&page=763&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard with passes at A-C or equivalent in English & Maths, or equivalent experience
- IBMS Certificate of Achievement
- Can demonstrate numeric and literacy skills in the context of interacting with IT systems, data entry and using dashboards
- Previous lab experience
- A clear and well written application form with relevant detail and evidence
- Evidence of team work
- Evidence of time management skills
- Evidence of problem solving
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard with passes at A-C or equivalent in English & Maths, or equivalent experience
- IBMS Certificate of Achievement
- Can demonstrate numeric and literacy skills in the context of interacting with IT systems, data entry and using dashboards
- Previous lab experience
- A clear and well written application form with relevant detail and evidence
- Evidence of team work
- Evidence of time management skills
- Evidence of problem solving
Job summary
The Medical Laboratory Assistant post is based in the Clinical Pathology department at the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust and our team rotate to both the Queens Medical Centre at the Nottingham City Hospital.The role of a Medical Laboratory Assistant involves providing support to the qualified Biomedical Scientist team in the Blood Transfusion and Haematology Laboratories who are responsible for the provision of test results and blood products for patients.
The hours of work will be 37.5 / week and the service provides aThe department provides a wide range of analytical, diagnostic, interpretative and consultative service to Hospitals, Clinics and GP Practices.
Main duties of the job
The main duties include clerical tasks such as data input of patient demographics and test request information, monitoring and maintenance of laboratory equipment, stock management, dealing with telephone enquiries and general housekeeping.Previous experience in an NHS clinical laboratory or in analytical techniques would be an advantage but is not essential as full training will be provided. A good level of secondary education is required with English, Maths and Science to GCSE (Grade A-D) or equivalent.
About us
With over 20,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Date posted
02 August 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
164-6454503
Job locations
QMC
Derby Road
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Perform laboratory pre-analytical techniques according to the departments Standard Operating Procedures
Follow laboratory processes for the referring of samples to external laboratories, using associated IT software where applicable
Be aware of and follow the systems and processes of the departments Quality Management System (QMS), interacting where appropriate via the QPulse system
Be aware of and input appropriately to the departments ISO 15189:2022 compliance processes
Perform sample reception duties including sample acceptance, receiving, sorting, labelling, bar coding and racking of samples on arrival.
Load samples onto automation
File, archive and retrieve samples, dispatch samples to referral sites as appropriate.
Perform clerical tasks including data input of patient demographics and request details and the filing, copying and retrieval of request forms.
Where applicable, accurately enter information onto the Pathology IT system following SOPs
Answer telephone enquiries and perform visitor reception duties.
Perform general house-keeping duties including safe disposal of waste, general cleaning and tidying
Perform pre analytical and track equipment cleaning, calibration and maintenance in accordance with documented schedules
Maintain stocks of laboratory supplies including ensuring adequate supplies of general laboratory items.
Comply with Trust policies and national legislation regarding confidentiality of patient information, the Data Protection Act 1998 and Health and Safety law.
Work flexibly and undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as required.
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarize yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.
Perform laboratory pre-analytical techniques according to the departments Standard Operating Procedures
Follow laboratory processes for the referring of samples to external laboratories, using associated IT software where applicable
Be aware of and follow the systems and processes of the departments Quality Management System (QMS), interacting where appropriate via the QPulse system
Be aware of and input appropriately to the departments ISO 15189:2022 compliance processes
Perform sample reception duties including sample acceptance, receiving, sorting, labelling, bar coding and racking of samples on arrival.
Load samples onto automation
File, archive and retrieve samples, dispatch samples to referral sites as appropriate.
Perform clerical tasks including data input of patient demographics and request details and the filing, copying and retrieval of request forms.
Where applicable, accurately enter information onto the Pathology IT system following SOPs
Answer telephone enquiries and perform visitor reception duties.
Perform general house-keeping duties including safe disposal of waste, general cleaning and tidying
Perform pre analytical and track equipment cleaning, calibration and maintenance in accordance with documented schedules
Maintain stocks of laboratory supplies including ensuring adequate supplies of general laboratory items.
Comply with Trust policies and national legislation regarding confidentiality of patient information, the Data Protection Act 1998 and Health and Safety law.
Work flexibly and undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade as required.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
Desirable
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
Desirable
Training & Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
Desirable
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
Desirable
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
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
QMC
Derby Road
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
QMC
Derby Road
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
Employer's website
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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