Main area Blood Sciences Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent: This post is primarily based at Southport Hospital, Pathology Department Hours
* Full time
* Part time
37.5 hours per week (2 x Full Time Positions (Monday - Friday) + 1 x 15 Hour Position (Monday and Friday)) Job ref 409-7128004
Employer Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Employer type NHS Site Southport Hospital Town Southport Salary £23,615 Per Annum Salary period Yearly Closing 24/04/2025 23:59
Medical Laboratory Assistant (Specimen Reception)
NHS AfC: Band 2
Job overview
The primary role of the post is to receive samples for laboratory testing to check that all details of the request forms and samples match and to enter and receive them into our laboratory information system. It also includes the pre-analytical preparation required for analysis and ready to be processed on the analysers.
This role is primarily based at Southport Hospital.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised, methodical and highly motivated individual. The responsibilities of this job are to perform basic clerical and reception duties within the laboratory, receive and log specimens into the department and record tests requested on the laboratory computer system.
Working independently although under the technical supervision of a qualified Biomedical Scientist, to undertake pre-analytical preparation of specimens received and to act as the first point of reference for enquiries into the department.
You will be required to participate in the bank holiday, evening and weekend work rotas as required.
Please note, previous candidates need not apply.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
Technical
* Duties may vary slightly from site to site so may or may not be applicable on all sites.
* Receive and barcode all samples and request forms as appropriate.
* Enter Patient and Sample details into Laboratory Information System. Data entry of all patient identifiable information, clinical details and request details for all disciplines with the exception of Blood Transfusion into the Pathology (Telepath) system (accuracy is vitally important).
* Sort and deliver bar-coded samples/requests to appropriate department in a timely manner.
* Process samples through pre-analytical stages such as centrifugation, aliquoting into additional tubes, removal of clots and loading onto the analytical track to be analysed.
* Prioritise urgent samples for fast tracking.
* Accurate filing and retrieval of reports. Scanning of request forms.
* To work closely with all departments within the Pathology Directorate to ensure that a timely accurate service is delivered.
* Any other duties deemed necessary to ensure the smooth running of the department commensurate with the grade.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Educated to GCSE level in English and Maths or equivalent qualification/experience.
Knowledge and Experience
* Working in a laboratory environment.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work in a team working environment.
* Previous NHS experience.
* Willing and able to learn new skills.
Skills
* Flexibility – willingness to alter hours to suit workload needs.
* Good interpersonal skills.
* To remain calm and co-operative under pressure.
Thank you for considering an application to work for Mersey West Lancashire NHS Trust. MWL is an exciting and forward-thinking NHS Trust who are one of the best places to work for in England.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team MWL very soon.
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