Medical Laboratory Assistant - Haematology/Blood Transfusion (Band 2)
Job Description
Job summary
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust (ANHSFT), Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT), and Harrogate District Hospital (HDH) have formed a joint venture, Integrated Pathology Solutions LLP (IPS) to provide a high-quality diagnostic and consultative service to clinical service users of both Hospital Trusts, and to primary and secondary care providers within the locality.
Applications are invited for a full time Medical Laboratory Assistant (Agenda for Change Band 2) in Haematology and Blood Transfusion based on the Airedale Hospital site.
Medical Laboratory Assistants are a key staff group within the pathology laboratory. Candidates will need to be enthusiastic, well-motivated and innovative, with good organisational and practical skills. Team working and good communication skills are essential. Previous experience as Basic IT skills would also be an advantage. a Medical Laboratory Assistant will prove a distinct advantage at shortlisting.
The successful candidate will be required to work in all sections within the department. These areas include General Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion.
The department operates a 24/7 service. The required core working hours for this post are 12-8pm shifts Monday to Friday
Opportunities for personal development are strongly supported; however please note this post may not be suitable for individuals with Biomedical Science degrees as there is no progression to a Biomedical Scientist grade.
Main duties of the job
Opportunities for personal development are strongly supported; however please note this post may not be suitable for individuals with Biomedical Science degrees as there is no progression to a Biomedical Scientist grade.
The department operates a 24/7 service. The required core working hours for this post are 12-8pm shifts Monday to Friday
About us
We are always looking for enterprising and innovative approaches to the way we provide our services. We are a national centre for telemedicine and introduced telehealth to the UK offender healthcare sector and also provide the service to patients in their care homes. Community matters to us and we are supported by 400 dedicated volunteers and have strong links with Bradford University, Craven College and Leeds City College to ensure we inspire the workforce of the future.
We want to attract staff who embrace our 'Right Care' behaviours of compassion, a commitment to quality of care and working together for patients - we want to make these part of our DNA.
Job responsibilities
For full details of this job vacancy please see attached full job description and person specification.
This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS Laboratory experience
Desirable
- Experience of following SOP's
- Experience of working in an NHS Haematology laboratory
- Experience of using pathology information systems such as Winpath
Qualification
Essential
- GCSE Science, English or equivalent level qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to prioritise work and work effectively under pressure.
- Analytical and judgemental skills
- Manual dexterity
- Knowledge of the NHS constitution and 'Understanding the New NHS'
- organisation skills
- Good Attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise work and work effectively under pressure
Desirable
- Health and safety legislation
- COSHH
Other
Essential
- Ability to take part in working rotas including late shift, weekends and bank holidays
- Ability to adhere to policies, procedures and standards
- Flexibility in working hours to suit the needs of the service
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
Airedale NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Airedale General Hospital
Skipton Road
Steeton
BD20 6TD
