Medical Laboratory Assistant

Job overview

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  (12:00-20:00) 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.

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We’ve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission.

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children). If a role involves regulated activity and requires a DBS check with a barred list check, you cannot apply if you are on the barred list.

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.