Medical Laboratory Assistant - Blood Sciences Lead inNorth Tyneside inNorth Tyneside PUBLISHED THU 14 NOV 2024

Band 4: £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

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Leadership Opportunities, The role involves supervisory responsibilities, allowing the individual to develop leadership skills and mentor entry-level Medical Laboratory Assistants.

Contribution to Healthcare, Working in blood sciences, the role plays a critical part in delivering diagnostic services that directly impact patient care and outcomes.

Diverse Work Environment, The post holder engages with a variety of tasks, from clerical duties to handling biological samples, providing a dynamic and engaging work experience.

Development and Growth, The position includes responsibilities for training and developing new staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Flexibility in Work Hours, The role includes the option to work flexible hours, accommodating service needs and promoting work-life balance.

Collaborative Culture, The role emphasizes teamwork and collaboration across departments, contributing to a positive work environment and collective leadership culture.

The "Medical Laboratory Assistant - Blood Sciences Lead" at Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is responsible for supervising a team of Medical Laboratory Assistants in the blood sciences department to ensure efficient and effective diagnostic services. Key duties include overseeing specimen reception tasks such as sample preparation and data input, as well as organizing rosters and facilitating training for new staff. The role also involves performing clerical and technical tasks while adhering to health and safety policies related to handling biological samples.

Additionally, the position requires flexibility to meet service needs, which may entail working extended hours or participating in a 24/7 service. The post holder will exemplify compassionate leadership and contribute to a collaborative work culture, enhancing team engagement, learning, and quality improvement initiatives within the department.

The post holder will provide supervisory support to the team of Medical Laboratory assistants in blood sciences specimen reception. To help facilitate blood sciences department team in the provision of an efficient and smooth running diagnostic service. Delivering a high quality data input service, ensuring high standards of practice are achieved and maintained and organize rosters and help in training and development of entry level MLA's.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once sufficient applications forms have been received.

Perform a range of routine healthcare science activities under supervision

Perform basic sample reception and process duties including the receipt, barcode labelling and preparation of samples for analysis, loading of samples onto analysers or other laboratory equipment and sample archiving.

Perform clerical tasks including data input of patient demographics and test request information and maintains clerical records.

The work of the service brings staff into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals. This may be blood, urine, fluid and faeces.

The post holder may be required to work at North Tyneside/Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital/Wansbeck and Hexham Hospitals

To work flexibly in reflection of service needs this may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24 hours, 7 days per week service

The post holder will be responsible to the Biomedical Scientists in Blood Sciences.

The post holder will be expected to perform a variety of clerical, technical and administrative tasks within the specimen reception area and Blood Sciences Departments.

The work involves handling biological samples and paperwork associated with this process therefore the departmental health and safety policies must be adhered to at all times.

NB: Post holder must not work outside their defined field of competence

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The post holder will provide supervisory support to the team of Medical Laboratory assistants in blood sciences specimen reception. To help facilitate blood sciences department team in the provision of an efficient and smooth running diagnostic service. Delivering a high quality datainput service, ensuring high standards of practice are achieved and maintained and organize rosters and help in training and development of entry level MLAs.

To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of a collective leadership culture within the trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates team working and collaboration within teams / departments and across organisational boundaries.

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To work as a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) in the UK, you'll need a combination of technical skills, interpersonal skills, and relevant qualifications. Here are some key skills and attributes required for the role:

Technical Skills:

1. Laboratory Techniques: Knowledge of techniques and procedures used in the laboratory, including sample collection and handling, preparation of specimens, and testing processes.

2. Quality Control: Understanding of quality assurance and quality control procedures to ensure accurate and reliable test results.

3. Equipment Operation: Familiarity with laboratory equipment and instruments, including microscopes, centrifuges, and analysers.

4. Health and Safety: Knowledge of health and safety regulations and protocols, including infection control and waste disposal.

5. Basic Computing Skills: Proficiency in data entry, using laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and basic use of Microsoft Office applications.

6. Data Interpretation: Ability to assist in the analysis and understanding of test results.

Interpersonal Skills:

1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with laboratory staff, clinicians, and patients.

2. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals in a team-oriented environment.

3. Attention to Detail: Precision and carefulness when handling samples and recording results to avoid errors.

Organizational Skills:

1. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively, especially in a fast-paced environment.

2. Problem-Solving: Critical thinking skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise during laboratory processes.

Qualifications:

- Educational Background: While not always essential, a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, can be beneficial. A background in biology or chemistry may also enhance your employability.

- Experience: Previous experience in a laboratory setting, either through work or voluntary roles, is often advantageous.

Other Attributes:

- Professionalism: High ethical standards and professionalism in handling sensitive patient information.

- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changes in technology and practices within the laboratory environment.

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