Join Our Team as a Medical Laboratory Assistant
Supporting Diagnostics, Empowering Care
Are you looking for a role where precision and attention to detail make a real difference? AtHinchingbrooke Hospital, our fully computerized Pathology Laboratory is seeking dedicatedMedical Laboratory Assistants (MLAs)to join the dynamic team in Specimen Reception.
About the Role
Specimen Reception is a fast-paced and high-output environment operating 24/7 to support vital analytical and diagnostic procedures within our Pathology Laboratories. Your role will include:
• Receiving, sorting, labeling, and preparing specimens for analysis.
• Accurate data entry to maintain essential records.
• Managing telephone inquiries with professionalism.
After comprehensive training, you will be part of the departmental shift system, covering weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays to ensure seamless service delivery.
About You
We are looking for individuals who:
• Possess excellent data entry skills and attention to detail.
• Thrive in a high-output, fast-paced environment.
• Have the ability to stay focused and maintain accuracy under pressure.
If you have a passion for precision and want to make a difference in healthcare,apply nowto join our dedicated team!
• Specimen Handling:Accurately receive, identify, label, and process pathology specimens and request forms for Blood Sciences, ensuring proper matching and integrity.
• Sample Preparation:Label, store, and retrieve samples following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Administrative Tasks:Perform data entry of patient information and test requests, manage telephone inquiries, welcome visitors, and retrieve patient information while ensuring data accuracy.
• Communication:Collaborate with clinical staff to exchange information about test requests and results, assess sample and request quality, and provide guidance on test availability.
Why Join Us?
• Impactful Work:Be part of a team that plays a crucial role in patient diagnostics and care.
• Supportive Environment:Benefit from structured training and a collaborative team atmosphere.
• Career Growth:Gain valuable experience in a modern, fully computerised laboratory, opening doors to future opportunities in healthcare.
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme;
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
For further information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
This advert closes on Tuesday 17 Dec 2024