Job summary Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling career in Clinical Microbiology? Join our dedicated team as a Medical Laboratory Assistant at the Department of Clinical Microbiology This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to make a difference in healthcare. While experience in an NHS clinical laboratory is beneficial, it is not essential. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training to ensure you are fully equipped for the role. As a Medical Laboratory Assistant in media preparation and stock control, you will play a crucial role in supporting Biomedical Scientists in delivering top-notch diagnostic services. Your contributions will aid in the diagnosis and treatment of infections, directly impacting patient care. Requirements: A minimum of a C grade in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) A good understanding of medical terminology Availability to work within a 7-day week. If you are enthusiastic, eager to learn, and ready to be part of a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a meaningful impact on patient health and wellbeing Main duties of the job Please see attached job description and person specification attached to this advert for full details of roles and responsibilities of this position. About us Thank you for your interest in this role. Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here, and we are the Health Service Journal's Trust of the Year in 2020. The Care Quality Commission rated King's Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall, we are rated Outstanding for care. For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England. Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients; we also care for you. Our culture of learning, compassion and taking a person-centred approach are at the roots of our organisation. We would love you to join us. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 214-CSTO-6750803 Job locations King's Mill Hospital Mansfield Road Sutton-In-Ashfield NG17 4JL Job description Job responsibilities The Department processes around 470,000 specimens a year and is based in a modern laboratory that opened in 2006. The Department routinely works 9am until 9pm, utilising, core and late shifts. The successful applicant will be contracted to work 5 out of 7 days. Job description Job responsibilities The Department processes around 470,000 specimens a year and is based in a modern laboratory that opened in 2006. The Department routinely works 9am until 9pm, utilising, core and late shifts. The successful applicant will be contracted to work 5 out of 7 days. Person Specification Knowledge Essential Knowledge of quality assurance Good understanding of Health and Safety at work Desirable Knowledge of medical/scientific terminology. Skills Essential Articulate with good communication skills (verbal and written) Good I.T. skills Able to produce accurate and timely work Able to work as part of a team Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work to meet deadlines Able to cope with frequent interruptions and changing priorities Qualifications Essential GCSE English and Maths Grade C or above or equivalent Desirable Science based GCSE, NVQ level 2 or 3 in Clinical Laboratory Support or equivalent Further Training Essential Laboratory based training Multi tasking. Desirable Training in use of electronic ordering systems such as NHS Supply Chain/Integra e-series Experience Essential Experience in a related field or work experience in a Biomedical Laboratory or similar. Desirable Experience of working in a Microbiology/Pathology Laboratory Experience of Stock Management Contractual Essential 37.5 hours per week Flexibility to meet service requirements Person Specification Knowledge Essential Knowledge of quality assurance Good understanding of Health and Safety at work Desirable Knowledge of medical/scientific terminology. Skills Essential Articulate with good communication skills (verbal and written) Good I.T. skills Able to produce accurate and timely work Able to work as part of a team Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work to meet deadlines Able to cope with frequent interruptions and changing priorities Qualifications Essential GCSE English and Maths Grade C or above or equivalent Desirable Science based GCSE, NVQ level 2 or 3 in Clinical Laboratory Support or equivalent Further Training Essential Laboratory based training Multi tasking. Desirable Training in use of electronic ordering systems such as NHS Supply Chain/Integra e-series Experience Essential Experience in a related field or work experience in a Biomedical Laboratory or similar. Desirable Experience of working in a Microbiology/Pathology Laboratory Experience of Stock Management Contractual Essential 37.5 hours per week Flexibility to meet service requirements 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 Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address King's Mill Hospital Mansfield Road Sutton-In-Ashfield NG17 4JL Employer's website https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)