Medical Laboratory Assistant - Biochemistry POCT

Job overview

MFT hosts one of the largest diagnostic Biochemistry services within the NHS. Now as its own directorate, Biochemistry resides within the division of laboratory medicine and currently comprises of laboratories across Oxford Road, Wythenshawe, Trafford and North Manchester Hospitals . Collectively the laboratories provide a diverse range of complex and specialist services for both adults and paediatrics across the country, with MFT being a large tertiary referral centre and university teaching hospital.

We have exciting opportunities at Wythenshawe Hospital and are  seeking an enthusiastic, aspirational and highly motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant, ideally with laboratory experience in a relevant pathology discipline,  to join our POCT team . The successful candidate will require a working knowledge of laboratory areas, including both practical and basic theoretical knowledge of the various methods employed and will join a team of Biomedical Scientists to deliver the day to day operation of the POCT service.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will act as a Medical Laboratory Assistant supporting  HCPC registered staff within the department, reporting to the Senior Biomedical Scientist.  They will develop their knowledge in the use of all IT platforms supporting POCT devices, including Excel and Access databases. They will assist in the operational planning and implementation of policies, procedures and guidance relating to POCT services at Wythenshawe Hospital and associated MFT campus sites as required.

NHS laboratory and hospital experience are desirable; however full training will be provided. Candidates must be in possession of an appropriate science NVQ level3, HCS Apprenticeship level 2 certificate of achievement level1 or equivalent experience.

The post is full-time; 37.5 hours per week and will include working extending days and weekends to support the service

The department has full HCPC training status for pre and post registration IBMS portfolios and full ISO 15189 accreditation.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.   So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification.  This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’.  Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.  As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.  If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at [email protected].

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!