Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 2) - Specimen Reception Dept
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Airedale NHS Foundation Trust (ANHSFT), Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT), and Harrogate District Hospital (HDH) have formed a joint venture, Integrated Pathology Solutions LLP (IPS) to provide a high-quality diagnostic and consultative service to clinical service users of both Hospital Trusts, and to primary and secondary care providers within the locality.
Applications are invited for full time/part time and bank Medical Laboratory Assistants (Agenda for Change Band 2) in Specimen Reception on both the Airedale Hospital & Bradford Royal Infirmary site.
We are looking increase our number of registered bank staff for this position at the same time, if you meet the criteria requirements for the role and are applying for a bank position, please indicate this on your application form.
NB. We reserve the right to close this application process early if sufficient suitable applications are received
Previous applicants need not re-apply
Medical Laboratory Assistants are a key staff group within the pathology laboratory. Candidates will need to be enthusiastic, well-motivated and innovative, with good organisational and practical skills. Team working and good communication skills are essential. Previous laboratory experience would be an advantage for the position however full training will be provided. Basic IT skills would also be an advantage.
The successful candidate will be required to work in Specimen Reception on either site to provide support to the Blood Sciences department.
The hours of work are based on a 24/7 work pattern which will include days, late shifts and night working Monday to Friday, Weekends, and Bank Holidays.
Opportunities for personal development are strongly supported; however please note this post may not be suitable for individuals with Biomedical Science degrees as there is no progressional route from this post to a Biomedical Scientist grade .
Please ensure you read the job description and spec before you apply to ensure you meet the desirable criteria .
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT), Airedale NHS Foundation Trust (ANHSFT) and Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) have formed a joint venture, Integrated Pathology Solutions LLP (IPS) to provide a high-quality diagnostic and consultative service to clinical service users of both Hospital Trusts, and to primary and secondary care providers within the locality.
Our staff surveys tell us that we are one of the best Trusts to work for in the country. Staff benefits include a children's day nursery, subsidised restaurant facilities, cyber cafe and discounts at local leisure facilities.
The successful candidate will be required to work in all sections within the department. These areas include General Haematology, Coagulation and Blood Transfusion.
The department operates a 24/7 service. The required core working hours for this post are 12-8pm shifts Monday to Friday
For full details of this job vacancy, please see attached full job description and person specification.
This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation.
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