About this role
The transplant programme at the Royal Marsden Hospital has established a reputation for high quality service provision which we strive to maintain and improve by commitment to excellence and innovation. There is now an opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join the team. This is a permanent Band 3 post working as a Medical Laboratory Assistant offering the post holder the opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding of stem cell transplantation. The successful candidate will provide support to the laboratory team to ensure the smooth operation of this essential service. The post holder will work closely to departmental operating requirements to maintain quality standards demanded by regulatory bodies.
Key responsibilities
* Support the stem cell transplant and cellular therapy programmes.
* Perform a wide variety of support tasks within the Cellular Therapy Laboratory under the supervision and direction of the state registered biomedical scientist staff.
* Take an active role in maintaining cleanliness of the clean‑room, including the cleaning of all floors and surfaces with biocides. Undertake training in and perform environmental monitoring of the clean‑room areas.
* Support qualified staff processing stem cells for transplant following departmental SOPs. This involves working independently as well as in a team. Support activities involve carrying out detailed calculations and using a variety of equipment.
* Take an active role in maintaining adequate stock levels and performing accurate logging of batches and expiry dates of all consumables and equipment used in cell processing.
* Operate with high levels of concentration and attention to detail. The post requires physical fitness to move heavy equipment and stand for long periods.
Key requirements
* Strong team player with excellent organisational skills, but also the ability to work alone.
* Ability to work with high levels of concentration and attention to detail.
* Physical fitness to move heavy equipment and stand for long periods.
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