Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 3) - Kiestra Project

Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 3) - Kiestra Project Taunton, England

Integrated Pathology Partnerships Ltd
Full Time Taunton, England 21730 - 23177 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

SYNLAB UK & Ireland have extensive experience of working in partnership with the NHS to deliver and improve pathology services through its existing pathology joint ventures - including Southwest Pathology Services (SPS).

Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare within Somerset for 10 years and we have a new job opportunity for a Band 3 Medical Laboratory Assistant to support the Kiestra Project within our Microbiology department based at our HUB in Taunton.

This role is fixed term for 16 weeks with a start date of August 1st, 2023.

Hours: 37.5hrs / 08:30am-5pm / Mon-Sun

Responsibilities:

  • To prepare and process clinical specimens for Microbiology testing.
  • To input data onto the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
  • To work within agreed quality standards of service delivery and turnaround times.
  • To perform all designated duties in accordance with local working practices, to maintain high personal standards and conform to Health and Safety regulations.

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • NVQ3, or equivalent level of knowledge - a minimum requirement of 3 GCSEs to include English, Maths and at least one Science subject.
  • Good degree of accuracy & numeracy.
  • Experience in working within a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to communicate with a wide range of levels of staff within the laboratory and user organisations.
  • Good developed interpersonal and team working abilities.

About Us

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.

We operate in increasingly socially diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways.

We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.

Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 16 weeks

Salary: £21,730.00-£23,177.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Free parking
  • On-site parking

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Taunton, Somerset: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

  • Laboratory: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • UK Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: MLA-SPS-CW
Expected start date: 01/08/2023

Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 3) - Kiestra Project
Integrated Pathology Partnerships Ltd

lextox.co.uk
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Unknown / Non-Applicable
51 to 200 Employees
Company - Private
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