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    Medical Laboratory Assistant - Maidstone, United Kingdom - Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

    Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
    Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Maidstone, United Kingdom

    4 weeks ago

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    Job summary


    We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to work in Blood Science department of Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

    You will be based at Maidstone Hospital but may be required to work at either site. We have permanent and fixed term positions (secondments considered) available.

    You role will be to support Biomedical Scientists in the provision of diagnostic and therapeutic services within the Blood Sciences laboratories. Working under supervision and autonomously, responsibilities include receiving blood, serum, urine, CSF and other fluids into the department and dealing with telephone enquiries. MLA's also support laboratory functions assisting in the diagnosis of disorders by performing related analytical, clerical and administrative duties. It is essential the post holder is polite and can work under pressure accurately.

    Main duties of the job


    A flexible approach to working hours is required as the Department provides a 24/7/365 service. Some weekend and bank holiday work is also required. The shifts are; early (07:45- 15:45), core day (09: 00-17:30), early late (12:00-21:15) and late (13:15 - 21:15)

    Please note this is not a trainee biomedical scientist position but would an ideal start for a school leaver with an interest in science as full training and support will be given.

    Please make sure that you read the job description and person specification attached, and that your statement in support reflects this and why you want to work for Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. Your application will be judged against this criteria.

    Candidates selected for interview will be contacted after the short listing process and invited to a telephone interview. If you are successful, you will then be invited to a face to face interview where you will also be required to do a practical assessment.

    About us


    Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.

    The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.

    The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.

    We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.

    Would you like to work flexibly?In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.


    Job description


    Job responsibilities


    Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.

    At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

    Interview Date: TBC



    Person Specification


    Qualifications


    Essential


  • A' level or equivalent

    • Desirable


  • NVQ level 3 in Laboratory Support

    • Experience/ Knowledge


    Essential


  • Working as a member of a team
  • Previous laboratory experience (may be educational)
  • Interest in and awareness of science

    • Desirable


  • Health & Safety legislation and procedures.

    • Skills


    Essential


  • Interpersonal
  • Communication
  • Command of spoken English
  • Basic computer skills
  • Organisational skills


    • Disclosure and Barring Service Check


    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.



    Employer details


    Employer name


    Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

    Address


    Maidstone Hospital

    Hermitage Lane

    Maidstone

    ME16 9QQ

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