Medical Laboratory Assistant - Huntingdon North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Pacomarine Limited; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Job description

Join Our Team as a Medical Laboratory Assistant

Supporting Diagnostics, Empowering Care

Are you looking for a role where precision and attention to detail make a real difference? At Hinchingbrooke Hospital, our fully computerized Pathology Laboratory is seeking dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLAs) to join the dynamic team in Specimen Reception.

About The Role

Specimen Reception is a fast-paced and high-output environment operating 24/7 to support vital analytical and diagnostic procedures within our Pathology Laboratories. Your role will include:

1. Receiving, sorting, labeling, and preparing specimens for analysis.
2. Accurate data entry to maintain essential records.
3. Managing telephone inquiries with professionalism.

After comprehensive training, you will be part of the departmental shift system, covering weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays to ensure seamless service delivery.

About You

We are looking for individuals who:

1. Possess excellent data entry skills and attention to detail.
2. Thrive in a high-output, fast-paced environment.
3. Have the ability to stay focused and maintain accuracy under pressure.

If you have a passion for precision and want to make a difference in healthcare, apply now to join our dedicated team!

Responsibilities

1. Specimen Handling: Accurately receive, identify, label, and process pathology specimens and request forms for Blood Sciences, ensuring proper matching and integrity.
2. Sample Preparation: Label, store, and retrieve samples following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
3. Administrative Tasks: Perform data entry of patient information and test requests, manage telephone inquiries, welcome visitors, and retrieve patient information while ensuring data accuracy.
4. Communication: Collaborate with clinical staff to exchange information about test requests and results, assess sample and request quality, and provide guidance on test availability.

Why Join Us?

1. Impactful Work: Be part of a team that plays a crucial role in patient diagnostics and care.
2. Supportive Environment: Benefit from structured training and a collaborative team atmosphere.
3. Career Growth: Gain valuable experience in a modern, fully computerized laboratory, opening doors to future opportunities in healthcare.

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

For further information regarding the role, please refer to the attached job description for a full list of duties and responsibilities.

This advert closes on Thursday 10 Apr 2025