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Medical Laboratory Assistant - Virology

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York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

17d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Kingston upon Hull

AI generated summary

  • You must be reliable, hard-working, and willing to work late shifts, weekends, and holidays. Skills in sample handling, teamwork, and adherence to procedures are essential.
  • You will handle clinical samples, follow SOPs, perform housekeeping, manage queries, maintain teamwork, and use lab systems while ensuring compliance with professional standards.

Requirements

  • We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our busy and friendly team in a NHS Specialist Virology laboratory.
  • This opportunity has arisen in Hull for a motivated and enthusiastic Medical Laboratory Assistant (Pathology Support Worker) we are looking to appoint a candidate who is reliable, hard-working, and who would welcome the challenge of joining our team.
  • It will eventually be a contractual requirement for the successful candidate to participate in the late shifts, weekend and bank holidays rosters.
  • Complies with good work practices in accordance with the standards of UKAS and other relevant professional and legislative bodies.
  • Attend and complete appropriate meetings and mandatory training.
  • Maintain good working relations with all staff, and promote effective teamwork.
  • Participate in weekend/bank holiday rosters as required.
  • Perform work strictly in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Safe handling of blood, urine and other clinical samples.
  • Stores samples and reagents appropriately.
  • Sorts specimens and forms, identifying any problems or anomalies with samples.
  • Performs general housekeeping duties, such as cleaning, disinfecting and record-keeping.
  • Deals with queries from other departments or the public, complying with relevant Trust confidentiality policies.
  • Uses laboratory computer systems according to the authorised protocols – includes data input and recall.

Responsibilities

  • Complies with good work practices in accordance with the standards of UKAS and other relevant professional and legislative bodies.
  • Attend and complete appropriate meetings and mandatory training
  • Maintain good working relations with all staff, and promote effective teamwork.
  • Participate in weekend/bank holiday rosters as required.
  • Perform work strictly in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Safe handling of blood, urine and other clinical samples.
  • Stores samples and reagents appropriately.
  • Sorts specimens and forms, identifying any problems or anomalies with samples.
  • Performs general housekeeping duties, such as cleaning, disinfecting and record-keeping.
  • Deals with queries from other departments or the public, complying with relevant Trust confidentiality policies.
  • Uses laboratory computer systems according to the authorised protocols – includes data input and recall.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Medical Laboratory Assistant - Virology position?

While specific qualifications are not detailed in the job description, a background in a relevant field or experience in a laboratory setting may be beneficial.

What are the main responsibilities of a Medical Laboratory Assistant in this role?

The main responsibilities include receiving and registering requests for Virology tests, handling sample reception and pre-analytical treatment of samples, data entry, and general lab duties.

Is shift work required for this position?

Yes, participating in late shifts, weekends, and bank holiday rosters will be a contractual requirement for the successful candidate.

How can I get more information about the benefits offered?

You can find more information about the benefits offered by visiting the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Who can I contact for further details or to arrange an informal visit?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Katie Kitchman, Chief Biomedical Scientist, via email at Katie.kitchman@nhs.net or by phone at 01482 626762.

Does the department offer training opportunities?

Yes, the department is committed to training and offers a range of learning and development opportunities.

What kind of laboratory accreditation does the Virology lab hold?

The laboratory is UKAS accredited, ensuring it meets high standards for quality and reliability.

Will I be required to handle clinical samples?

Yes, safe handling of blood, urine, and other clinical samples is a key responsibility of the role.

What should I do if I have queries from other departments or the public?

You should deal with queries in compliance with the relevant Trust confidentiality policies.

Is working as part of a team important in this role?

Yes, the role emphasizes the importance of promoting effective teamwork and maintaining good working relations with all staff.

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York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Science & Healthcare
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5001-10,000
Employees
2012
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of acute hospital and specialist healthcare services for approximately 800,000 people living in and around York, North Yorkshire, North East Yorkshire and Ryedale. We manage eight hospital sites and have a workforce of around 10,000 staff working across our hospitals and in the community. Our membership scheme means that you can find out more about our services and plans for the future and you can get involved. You have no obligations as a member, but there are lots of ways of getting involved - from voting for candidates to be on our Council of Governors, special events for members, to receiving member newsletters - and much more.