Medical Laboratory Assistant Practitioner Cambridge, East of England, England
Job description
An opportunity has arisen for a Medical Laboratory Assistant Practitioner (Band 3) within the Blood Sciences Endocrine Laboratory. The position provides an ideal opportunity to gain experience of working in a diagnostic laboratory, working alongside HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientists in providing an analytical service. We are looking for someone that has laboratory experience and is keen to learn and willing to contribute to our department. Full training will be provided. The Endocrine Lab, performs investigations into diabetic care management, gut disorders, tumour markers, and a variety of endocrine abnormalities. You would also be working alongside the Trisomy Screening Team which performs investigations to detect a variety of foetal conditions using results from biochemical markers in maternal serum and other factors. This is a substantive post.
Performing a range of laboratory tests and equipment maintenance under the direction of HCPC Registered BMS staff.
Entry of data into the hospital computer systems.
Sorting and preparation of clinical and research samples for analysis.
Maintain clinical records in relation to activities carried out.
The work involves processing of human body fluids (blood, urine and faeces) and occasional handling of hazardous chemicals.
Staff to work flexibly in reflection of service needs this may include working outside of the core laboratory hours.
Staff are to maintain and promote the professional image of CUH.
N.B.: Post holder must not work outside their defined field of competence
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
This vacancy will close on 5th March 2023
Interviews are due to be held on 28th March 2023
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
