Medical Laboratory Assistant

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Full time
Location: York
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Job offered by: NHS
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York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our friendly team to support us in providing a high-quality and efficient Microbiology diagnostic service to our patients and users of our service. You will be working alongside Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners, delivering high-quality care for the patients of the York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate flexibility and self-organisation within their work, and the department will provide training and support throughout. Main duties of the job

Receipt and sorting of samples into the department Pre-analytical preparation of samples Data inputting of patient information/requests onto the laboratory computer Telephone enquiry and results service Assisting in the general cleanliness and tidying of the section Routine analyser preparation and operation Requirements of the post:

Previous experience of patient data inputting and any typing qualifications are desirable, but not essential. Flexible and logical approach to work, good telephone manner, and team working are all personal qualities which are essential to this role. About us

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard-to-fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer, please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages. Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Educated to NVQ level 2 or equivalent Experience and Knowledge

Experience of working in a team Skills and Attributes

Able to concentrate on repetitive tasks for long periods Well-organised with a methodical approach Able to enter computer data quickly and accurately Able to recognise problems and offer solutions Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Articulate and confident with a pleasant telephone manner Honest, reliable, hard-working and conscientious Values & Behaviours

Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours: We are Kind. We are Open. We pursue Excellence. 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 name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address

Microbiology Department, York Teaching Hospitals

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