An enthusiastic and highly motivated individual is required for this post in a rapidly expanding section of the Pathology Department. The post will involve supervision of MLA staff across all areas of the Blood Sciences Department. The Laboratory is fully committed to service development and transformation and the MLA supervisors are expected to steer this process and assist in the introduction of new work streams as necessary.
Responsibilities
* To supervise the work of Medical Laboratory Assistants and other less experienced Biomedical staff in the section.
* To undertake the training of MLA and Biomedical Science staff within the section.
* To undertake the reception and processing of all clinical specimens prior to testing.
* To carry out basic analytical procedures.
* To troubleshoot and resolve front line laboratory issues.
* To act as front line staff for visitors and enquiries, forwarding them onto the correct person.
* To assist the out of hours duty biomedical scientists in the provision of the evenings and/or weekend service.
* To carry out initial HR procedures in line with trust policy.
Qualifications
Applicants must be educated to at least NVQ level 2 or equivalent and have demonstrable experience working in a Pathology Laboratory. The successful candidate will be given full training opportunities to develop their knowledge and skills and participate in the management of the department.
You will be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time whilst preparing samples and inputting data, therefore the ability to multi‑task and work flexibly are essential. This role will require support of stores and deliveries during holiday, short staffing and sickness periods. This will involve manual handling of possible heavy goods. The successful candidates will participate in the proposed shift system, which will cover 7 days per week.
Benefits
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On‑going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
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