Medical Laboratory Assistant- Microbiology

Job Description

NHS ScotlandNHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS ScotlandNHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS ScotlandNHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.Who We AreNHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website – NHS Ayrshire & Arran – Home (nhsaaa.net) AI tools like ChatGPT or Copilot can be great for planning and preparing your application-but your answers must be your own.

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PositionAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Medical Laboratory Assistant within our Microbiology Department at University Hospital Crosshouse.

HoursFull time: 36hrs on average per week working a contractual shift system covering 7 days per week.

This post is offered on a permanent basis.

Bank: As and when required basis covering all shift patterns.

What You Will DoThe post holder would be expected to carry out, under the supervision of qualified laboratory staff, a range of routine laboratory and administrative tasks. This would include the following: Receive and label specimens and distribute to the relevant department/section; Carry out preparatory procedures on samples; Basic operation of laboratory equipment including regular cleaning/maintenance; Input of patient’s details into the laboratory information system to a high degree of accuracy; General stock keeping duties; General clerical duties; Communication with other departments by phone, letter and email; Handle enquiries from service users: Waste management duties Rotation through all sections of the laboratory will be required. You will require good keyboard skills, the ability to work accurately under pressure and a flexible approach to work. After a period of familiarisation, the post-holder will be required to work within the department’s seven day service and the out of hours service.

Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This PostApplicants must be educated to a minimum of SVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a science based subject and/or have relevant vocational experience in a similar role.

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Lisa Hunter

RIGHT TO WORK / CERTIFICATES OF SPONSORSHIPTo work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.

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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.

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