Medical Laboratory Assistant Kettering, England
Job description
We are looking for a full time, well-motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team as a Medical Laboratory Assistant. Previous laboratory experience would be an advantage however training appropriate to the role will be available. Applicants with an accredited Biomedical Science are encourage to apply.
You will work as part of a dedicated team in the Haematology Department. The job mainly involves the preparation of blood samples for testing and the loading and unloading of specimens onto the automated analysers.
Preference will be given to applicants with keyboard skills, a reasonable standard of literacy and an interest in science in healthcare. The ability to communicate well and work as part of a team will be important. Flexibility in hours is essential and weekend work will be required
Situated in rural Northamptonshire, Kettering benefits from affordable housing and attractive surrounding countryside. It has good road and rail links to the rest of the country, being just one hour from central London.
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values:
Compassion
Respect
Integrity
Courageous
Accountable
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed overview of the job role.
