Biomedical Assistant

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to work as a  Biomedical Assistant, as part of our team in the Blood Transfusion Department at the University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL).

You will be a well-motivated, responsible team member who is able to manage high workloads, perform to a high quality standard and work as part of a team or on your own initiative with minimal supervision. You must be able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and be capable of working accurately and efficiently under pressure.

Please note the advert may close early if sufficient applications are received.  Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

• Order entry: Book-in laboratory requests into the laboratory computer ensuring the appropriate laboratory tests and examinations are performed on the correct patient’s specimens and the resultant report is sent to the correct requesting source
• Sample Preparation and Analysis: Be involved in the preparation of samples prior to analysis and organise the day-to-day arrangements for sample storage and disposal. Assist in analyses on automated analysers according to standard operating procedures.
• Organisation: Must maintain flexibility and may be required to cover BMA duties in different areas of the laboratory, at short notice. Works with the team leader and BMSs to organise day to day staff allocation ensuring departmental procedures are followed and to ensure the smooth running of the department.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Teamwork

• Recognises own role as part of a working team, and helps others within that team.
• Deputises fully in other areas e.g. Specimen Reception to cover staff absence
• Fully contributes to achieving the objectives of the team.
• Works with and understands the needs of other teams.
• Is open to new ideas, suggestions and ways of working within the team(s).

See attached Job Description for full details.