Medical Lab Assistant - Manchester, United Kingdom - UK Health Security Agency

UK Health Security Agency

Verified Company

Manchester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant.

Previous experience in a similar role although advantageous is not essential as all necessary training will be given to the post holder.

The post holder will work as part of the laboratory team, providing a high level of microbiological analysis to provide patients with the highest level of diagnosis and treatment.

The laboratory is accredited by UKAS (ISO15189 standard)We actively encourage CPD activities. The department requires staff to support the department in delivering a comprehensive Virology service over 7 days.

Staff may be required to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, throughout the 24-hour period if appropriate to the post.

The laboratory has a friendly atmosphere with a good team spirit and offers the opportunity for you to develop personally and professionally.

The department is a designated IBMS training laboratory, has an extensive quality system in operation and is fully accredited.

Essential Criteria:
Experience of working in a health care environment Clear communicator with good writing, data entry and telephone skills ensuring accuracy Ability to work effectively as part of a team Problem solving skills Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workload to set deadlines An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust Good time keeping Flexible approach to work Ability to follow written protocols An understanding of, and commitment to, equality of opportunity and good working relationships

Desirable Criteria:
Evidence of on-going training and development Previous laboratory experience

Selection Process:

This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your Qualifications, knowledge and experience and / or skills and capabilities outlined in the essential criteria.

Feedback will not be provided at this stage

Stage 2:
Interview You will be invited to a (single) face to face interview. Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview. There may be a Technical Test/assessment.

If face to face interviews are planned, in exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Eligibility Criteria Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (includingby definition internal applicants).