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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

24d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You should have relevant lab experience, NVQ level 3 or equivalent, and knowledge of lab methods. NHS experience is desirable; full-time, shift or core hours available.
  • You will support HCPC staff in a laboratory, performing automated and manual techniques, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with standards during shifts or core hours.

Requirements

  • - Ideally with laboratory experience in a relevant pathology discipline
  • - A working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and basic theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed
  • - NHS laboratory and hospital experience are desirable
  • - Must be in possession of an appropriate science NVQ level 3, HCS Apprenticeship level 2 certificate of achievement level 1 or equivalent experience
  • - Full-time; 37.5 hours per week
  • - One post is rotational; the successful candidate will work in both automation and specialist sections of the laboratory, working a shift pattern covering the hours of 07:00 - 20:00 Monday - Sunday
  • - Two posts are non-rotational where the successful candidates will only work in the specialist section of the laboratory and will work core hours
  • - Full HCPC training status for pre and post registration IBMS portfolios
  • - Full ISO 15189 accreditation

Responsibilities

  • The Post holder will act as a Medical Laboratory Assistant supporting HCPC registered staff within the department, working under both direct and indirect supervision performing an extensive range of automated, semi-automated and manual techniques.
  • Accuracy and attention to detail is essential to ensure the service is safe and complies with current standards, clinical governance, health and safety and risk management policies.
  • These posts are full-time; 37.5 hours per week.
  • One post is rotational; the successful candidate will work in both automation and specialist sections of the laboratory, working a shift pattern covering the hours of 07:00 - 20:00 Monday - Sunday.
  • Two posts are non rotational where the successful candidates will only work in the specialist section of the laboratory and will work core hours.
  • The department has full HCPC training status for pre and post registration IBMS portfolios and full ISO 15189 accreditation.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Medical Laboratory Assistant position?

The position is full-time at 37.5 hours per week. One post is rotational, covering a shift pattern from 07:00 to 20:00 Monday to Sunday, while the other posts are non-rotational, working core hours.

Is laboratory experience required for this role?

While NHS laboratory and hospital experience is desirable, full training will be provided for candidates without prior experience.

What qualifications are needed to apply for this position?

Candidates must possess an appropriate science NVQ level 3, HCS Apprenticeship level 2 certificate of achievement, level 1, or equivalent experience.

What type of laboratory would I be working in as a Medical Laboratory Assistant?

You would be working within the Biochemistry team at MFT, which provides a diverse range of complex and specialist laboratory services.

Will I be working under supervision?

Yes, the post holder will support HCPC registered staff and will work under both direct and indirect supervision.

What kind of training does the department offer?

The department has full HCPC training status for pre and post-registration IBMS portfolios and provides comprehensive training for the role.

Is this position in a single location?

The position will be based at the Oxford Road Campus, which is part of a larger network including various hospitals in the MFT system.

Can I contact someone for further details or an informal visit?

Yes, you can contact Alexandra Hashmi, Lead BMS, via email at alexandra.hashmi@mft.nhs.uk or by phone at 0161 276 5574.

What initiatives does MFT have regarding sustainability?

MFT is embarking on its Green Plan, which outlines how the organization will contribute to making healthcare more sustainable.

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK, employing over 20,000 staff. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services. We are the main provider of hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford and the single biggest provider of specialised services in the North West of England. We are also the lead provider for a significant number of specialised services including Breast Care, Vascular, Cardiac, Respiratory, Urology Cancer, Paediatrics, Women’s Services, Ophthalmology and Genomic Medicine.