Job description

Applications are invited for the post of Medical Laboratory Assistant to work in the Clinical Chemistry/Haematology departments of Blood Sciences, at the Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro.

It's an exciting time with a new Blood Sciences laboratory open covering haematology, blood transfusion and clinical chemistry. The job purpose is to provide laboratory, clerical & data entry support and reception cover as part of a laboratory team. You will spend 3 days working in Haematology/Blood Transfusion and 2 days working in the Chemistry laboratory.

The receipt of samples from within the hospital and surrounding GP practices.

Sample preparation, request data entry and presentation for analysis as appropriate.

To support the specific and technical and clerical duties alongside Biomedical Scientists as part of a team to facilitate the smooth running of the service.

This is a full time post working 37.5 hours per week. A flexible attitude to working hours is essential. The hours are currently within a framework of 08.00–20.00 including weekend & Bank Holiday working. These arrangements are subject to continuing review.

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

Cornwall is a beautiful county which offers an exceptional quality of life and provides many opportunities for outdoor activities such as sailing, surfing and walking it's rugged coastal pathways. There is a thriving arts and theatre scene, as well as an eclectic mixture of restaurants, cafes and bars.

Local, National and International access is available via Newquay airport. Regular intercity train services run from Truro to London and other major cities. The county is well served by superfast broadband.

Sustainability is integral to the Trust achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.

The receipt of samples, sample preparation, request data entry and presentation for analysis as appropriate.

Deal with reception and telephone queries from users outside of the department.

To support the specific technical and clerical duties in a section of the Department, working with Biomedical Scientists as part of a team, to facilitate the smooth running of the service.

Provides training for new/inexperienced staff, teaching through a buddy system initially.

Applies departmental quality system to all aspects of the work.

Observe and apply the Directorate and Trust Health and Safety and Security policies.