NHS
Sample Receptionist / Biomedical Laboratory Assistant (known as HHTO)
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Job Description
- Req#: M0048-24-0008?language=en&page=1211&sort=publicationDateDesc
- Level 3 qualification e.g. A level or NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualifications OR equivalent experience
- Demonstrates a commitment to learning
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of using computers and basic IT skills
- Level 3 qualification e.g. A level or NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualifications OR equivalent experience
- Demonstrates a commitment to learning
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience of using computers and basic IT skills
Job summary
NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is an integral part of the NHS, collecting and processing 2 million blood donations a year. Our Healthcare Scientists provide crucial support to NHS Hospitals, processing, testing and issuing blood and its components and delivering diagnostic and therapeutic services relating to the transfusion of blood and stem cells, transplantation and tissue banking. The Microbiology Services Laboratory provides a centralised and diverse microbiology, virology, and serology service that is essential to the operation of NHSBT. This vacancy is based in Microbiology Services Laboratory Virology which is a specialist laboratory responsible for the confirmation of microbiological screen reactivity in samples from blood, tissue and stem cell donors. MSL Virology so performs some specialist non-blood donor screening (tissue, stem cell and organ donors), the lot release testing of microbiological assays, and provides expert advice and guidance. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with experience in handling blood samples. Candidates should be comfortable with using a pipette, and have experience with in-putting information onto a computer system such as a database or a LIMS.
Main duties of the job
You will work as part of a team to perform a range of duties in the preparation of samples for microbiology/virology testing of blood, stem cell, tissue and organ donors. Your responsibilites will include:- Preparing samples/donor/patient material for testing and/or storage. Operating equipment with supervision Performing automated and/or manual analytical tests. Using standard laboratory equipment such as centrifuge, pH meter or dispensing equipment Preparing clean rooms for sterile operation Preparation and quality control of a range of reagents for use in local, national or external laboratories. Transcribing computer-generated results Monitoring temperature of storage areas and respond to alarms and report problems when necessary
About us
At NHS Blood and Transplant, were incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers. Its an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever
Date posted
03 January 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£22,816 to £24,336 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
003281
Job locations
Colindale Centre
London
United Kingdom
NW9 5BG
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
Please also view the benefits information sheet which details the benefits of working for NHSBT and the hours of work, salary, leave entitlement etc. for this role.
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
Please also view the benefits information sheet which details the benefits of working for NHSBT and the hours of work, salary, leave entitlement etc. for this role.
Person SpecificationPerson Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Blood and Transplant
Address
Colindale Centre
London
United Kingdom
NW9 5BG
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Blood and Transplant
Address
Colindale Centre
London
United Kingdom
NW9 5BG
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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