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Job summaryMedical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) - Microbiology
Band 3
Permanent
Full Time Average 37.5 hours per week
West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust is looking to appoint a Band 3 MLA to join our dynamic and evolving team within the Microbiology Department at Watford General Hospital.
The department is accredited to UKAS ISO 15189:2standards. We serve a population of approximately half a million and we processes over 420,000 tests per year providing a comprehensive diagnostic service including Bacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology, Infectious Disease Serology and Molecular testing.
Interview date
: To be confirmed.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and hard-working team player with a keen eye for detail to join our very busy Microbiology team. Your duties shall involve work in Bacteriology, Mycology and Parasitology. You will be expected to work closely with other team members in the receipt, checking, recording and preparation of samples using the LIMS, and equipment such as analysers, fridges, centrifuges, incubators etc.
Participate in processing of Serology and Molecular samples. Loading blood culture bottles onto the blood culture analyser and removal of negative samples. All duties and tasks should be in accordance with SOPs and if difficulties are encountered these should be referred to the Band 4 Associate Practitioner, Biomedical Scientist or Senior BMS as relevant.
Applicants should have a good basic standard of education to match NVQ Level 2, GCSE or equivalent in Maths, English, and Science subjects plus basic keyboard and communication skills. Experience is preferable but not essential as full training shall be provided.
The successful candidate will be required to work 1 in 4 Saturdays. Please note the dept. is currently going through a management of change (MoC) process. As a result candidates should be prepared to work shifts and/or to work from a different site in the future. Full details shall be provided at interview stage.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
www.jobsincare.com/job/jJVI7kSg
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Other Responsibilities
Help to manage stock by informing the Laboratory Manager or deputies when stock levels are running low or are in excess.
Ensure that stock is rotated when new kits arrive and check that all in use kits are within expiry dates.
Communicate authorised results to medical staff, nursing staff and GPs, referring any requests for further information to BMS staff.
Sort and send dirty laboratory protective coats to the laundry. Sort and distribute clean coats to staff.
Provide cover for the pathology stores in the absence of the Pathology store person.
Prepare and pack samples to be sent by parcel post and transport daily to the post room.
To undertake other duties, which are, considered to be necessary for the effective management of the department.
Computing
Input request and result information onto the laboratory computer system, checking the accuracy of the data supplied as required.
Use the computer enquiry functions to deal with telephone enquiries relating to confidential results, within the departmental guidelines.
Report any problems or discrepancies detected to the LIMS Super User.
Health and Safety
To have a working knowledge of current departmental Health and Safety codes of practice.
To adhere to all relevant safety regulations and ensure safe working practices within all sections of the laboratory.
To report all accidents and incidents to the laboratory manager and to record these correctly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Other Responsibilities
Help to manage stock by informing the Laboratory Manager or deputies when stock levels are running low or are in excess.
Ensure that stock is rotated when new kits arrive and check that all in use kits are within expiry dates.
Communicate authorised results to medical staff, nursing staff and GPs, referring any requests for further information to BMS staff.
Sort and send dirty laboratory protective coats to the laundry. Sort and distribute clean coats to staff.
Provide cover for the pathology stores in the absence of the Pathology store person.
Prepare and pack samples to be sent by parcel post and transport daily to the post room.
To undertake other duties, which are, considered to be necessary for the effective management of the department.
Computing
Input request and result information onto the laboratory computer system, checking the accuracy of the data supplied as required.
Use the computer enquiry functions to deal with telephone enquiries relating to confidential results, within the departmental guidelines.
Report any problems or discrepancies detected to the LIMS Super User.
Health and Safety
To have a working knowledge of current departmental Health and Safety codes of practice.
To adhere to all relevant safety regulations and ensure safe working practices within all sections of the laboratory.
To report all accidents and incidents to the laboratory manager and to record these correctly.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Education to NVQ Level 2, GCSE or equivalent in Maths, English, Science subjects.
Essential
- Basic Health and Safety awareness
- An understanding of laboratory work
Essential
- Experience of data entry
- Evidence of competency where detail and accuracy are required
- Experience of working in a health care environment
- Experience of laboratory work
Essential
- Good organisational skills
- Good numeracy skills
- Good keyboard skills
- Ability to follow instructions accurately and meticulously
Essential
- Good standard of verbal and written English
- Team worker.
- Good telephone manner
- Flexible attitude to work, self-motivated and enthusiastic
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Education to NVQ Level 2, GCSE or equivalent in Maths, English, Science subjects.
Essential
- Basic Health and Safety awareness
- An understanding of laboratory work
Essential
- Experience of data entry
- Evidence of competency where detail and accuracy are required
- Experience of working in a health care environment
- Experience of laboratory work
Essential
- Good organisational skills
- Good numeracy skills
- Good keyboard skills
- Ability to follow instructions accurately and meticulously
Essential
- Good standard of verbal and written English
- Team worker.
- Good telephone manner
- Flexible attitude to work, self-motivated and enthusiastic
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
Job summary
Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) - Microbiology
Band 3
Permanent
Full Time Average 37.5 hours per week
West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust is looking to appoint a Band 3 MLA to join our dynamic and evolving team within the Microbiology Department at Watford General Hospital.
The department is accredited to UKAS ISO 15189:2standards. We serve a population of approximately half a million and we processes over 420,000 tests per year providing a comprehensive diagnostic service including Bacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology, Infectious Disease Serology and Molecular testing.
Interview date
: To be confirmed.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and hard-working team player with a keen eye for detail to join our very busy Microbiology team. Your duties shall involve work in Bacteriology, Mycology and Parasitology. You will be expected to work closely with other team members in the receipt, checking, recording and preparation of samples using the LIMS, and equipment such as analysers, fridges, centrifuges, incubators etc.
Participate in processing of Serology and Molecular samples. Loading blood culture bottles onto the blood culture analyser and removal of negative samples. All duties and tasks should be in accordance with SOPs and if difficulties are encountered these should be referred to the Band 4 Associate Practitioner, Biomedical Scientist or Senior BMS as relevant.
Applicants should have a good basic standard of education to match NVQ Level 2, GCSE or equivalent in Maths, English, and Science subjects plus basic keyboard and communication skills. Experience is preferable but not essential as full training shall be provided.
The successful candidate will be required to work 1 in 4 Saturdays. Please note the dept. is currently going through a management of change (MoC) process. As a result candidates should be prepared to work shifts and/or to work from a different site in the future. Full details shall be provided at interview stage.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
www.jobsincare.com/job/jJVI7kSg
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Help to manage stock by informing the Laboratory Manager or deputies when stock levels are running low or are in excess.
Ensure that stock is rotated when new kits arrive and check that all in use kits are within expiry dates.
Communicate authorised results to medical staff, nursing staff and GPs, referring any requests for further information to BMS staff.
Sort and send dirty laboratory protective coats to the laundry. Sort and distribute clean coats to staff.
Provide cover for the pathology stores in the absence of the Pathology store person.
Prepare and pack samples to be sent by parcel post and transport daily to the post room.
To undertake other duties, which are, considered to be necessary for the effective management of the department.
Computing
Input request and result information onto the laboratory computer system, checking the accuracy of the data supplied as required.
Use the computer enquiry functions to deal with telephone enquiries relating to confidential results, within the departmental guidelines.
Report any problems or discrepancies detected to the LIMS Super User.
Health and Safety
To have a working knowledge of current departmental Health and Safety codes of practice.
To adhere to all relevant safety regulations and ensure safe working practices within all sections of the laboratory.
To report all accidents and incidents to the laboratory manager and to record these correctly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Help to manage stock by informing the Laboratory Manager or deputies when stock levels are running low or are in excess.
Ensure that stock is rotated when new kits arrive and check that all in use kits are within expiry dates.
Communicate authorised results to medical staff, nursing staff and GPs, referring any requests for further information to BMS staff.
Sort and send dirty laboratory protective coats to the laundry. Sort and distribute clean coats to staff.
Provide cover for the pathology stores in the absence of the Pathology store person.
Prepare and pack samples to be sent by parcel post and transport daily to the post room.
To undertake other duties, which are, considered to be necessary for the effective management of the department.
Computing
Input request and result information onto the laboratory computer system, checking the accuracy of the data supplied as required.
Use the computer enquiry functions to deal with telephone enquiries relating to confidential results, within the departmental guidelines.
Report any problems or discrepancies detected to the LIMS Super User.
Health and Safety
To have a working knowledge of current departmental Health and Safety codes of practice.
To adhere to all relevant safety regulations and ensure safe working practices within all sections of the laboratory.
To report all accidents and incidents to the laboratory manager and to record these correctly.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Education and qualifications:
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
Essential
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) - Microbiology
Band 3
Permanent
Full Time Average 37.5 hours per week
West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust is looking to appoint a Band 3 MLA to join our dynamic and evolving team within the Microbiology Department at Watford General Hospital.
The department is accredited to UKAS ISO 15189:2standards. We serve a population of approximately half a million and we processes over 420,000 tests per year providing a comprehensive diagnostic service including Bacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology, Infectious Disease Serology and Molecular testing.
Interview date
: To be confirmed.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and hard-working team player with a keen eye for detail to join our very busy Microbiology team. Your duties shall involve work in Bacteriology, Mycology and Parasitology. You will be expected to work closely with other team members in the receipt, checking, recording and preparation of samples using the LIMS, and equipment such as analysers, fridges, centrifuges, incubators etc.
Participate in processing of Serology and Molecular samples. Loading blood culture bottles onto the blood culture analyser and removal of negative samples. All duties and tasks should be in accordance with SOPs and if difficulties are encountered these should be referred to the Band 4 Associate Practitioner, Biomedical Scientist or Senior BMS as relevant.
Applicants should have a good basic standard of education to match NVQ Level 2, GCSE or equivalent in Maths, English, and Science subjects plus basic keyboard and communication skills. Experience is preferable but not essential as full training shall be provided.
The successful candidate will be required to work 1 in 4 Saturdays. Please note the dept. is currently going through a management of change (MoC) process. As a result candidates should be prepared to work shifts and/or to work from a different site in the future. Full details shall be provided at interview stage.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
www.jobsincare.com/job/jJVI7kSg
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Other Responsibilities
Help to manage stock by informing the Laboratory Manager or deputies when stock levels are running low or are in excess.
Ensure that stock is rotated when new kits arrive and check that all in use kits are within expiry dates.
Communicate authorised results to medical staff, nursing staff and GPs, referring any requests for further information to BMS staff.
Sort and send dirty laboratory protective coats to the laundry. Sort and distribute clean coats to staff.
Provide cover for the pathology stores in the absence of the Pathology store person.
Prepare and pack samples to be sent by parcel post and transport daily to the post room.
To undertake other duties, which are, considered to be necessary for the effective management of the department.
Computing
Input request and result information onto the laboratory computer system, checking the accuracy of the data supplied as required.
Use the computer enquiry functions to deal with telephone enquiries relating to confidential results, within the departmental guidelines.
Report any problems or discrepancies detected to the LIMS Super User.
Health and Safety
To have a working knowledge of current departmental Health and Safety codes of practice.
To adhere to all relevant safety regulations and ensure safe working practices within all sections of the laboratory.
To report all accidents and incidents to the laboratory manager and to record these correctly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Other Responsibilities
Help to manage stock by informing the Laboratory Manager or deputies when stock levels are running low or are in excess.
Ensure that stock is rotated when new kits arrive and check that all in use kits are within expiry dates.
Communicate authorised results to medical staff, nursing staff and GPs, referring any requests for further information to BMS staff.
Sort and send dirty laboratory protective coats to the laundry. Sort and distribute clean coats to staff.
Provide cover for the pathology stores in the absence of the Pathology store person.
Prepare and pack samples to be sent by parcel post and transport daily to the post room.
To undertake other duties, which are, considered to be necessary for the effective management of the department.
Computing
Input request and result information onto the laboratory computer system, checking the accuracy of the data supplied as required.
Use the computer enquiry functions to deal with telephone enquiries relating to confidential results, within the departmental guidelines.
Report any problems or discrepancies detected to the LIMS Super User.
Health and Safety
To have a working knowledge of current departmental Health and Safety codes of practice.
To adhere to all relevant safety regulations and ensure safe working practices within all sections of the laboratory.
To report all accidents and incidents to the laboratory manager and to record these correctly.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Education to NVQ Level 2, GCSE or equivalent in Maths, English, Science subjects.
Essential
- Basic Health and Safety awareness
- An understanding of laboratory work
Essential
- Experience of data entry
- Evidence of competency where detail and accuracy are required
- Experience of working in a health care environment
- Experience of laboratory work
Essential
- Good organisational skills
- Good numeracy skills
- Good keyboard skills
- Ability to follow instructions accurately and meticulously
Essential
- Good standard of verbal and written English
- Team worker.
- Good telephone manner
- Flexible attitude to work, self-motivated and enthusiastic
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Education to NVQ Level 2, GCSE or equivalent in Maths, English, Science subjects.
Essential
- Basic Health and Safety awareness
- An understanding of laboratory work
Essential
- Experience of data entry
- Evidence of competency where detail and accuracy are required
- Experience of working in a health care environment
- Experience of laboratory work
Essential
- Good organisational skills
- Good numeracy skills
- Good keyboard skills
- Ability to follow instructions accurately and meticulously
Essential
- Good standard of verbal and written English
- Team worker.
- Good telephone manner
- Flexible attitude to work, self-motivated and enthusiastic
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Employer details
Employer name
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Watford General Hospital
Watford
WD18 0HB
Employer's website
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