Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant to support the Scientific and Consultant teams in the department of Histology at the Sheffield Teaching Hospital NHS Trust. Currently based on three sites (the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, the Northern General Hospital and the Chesterfield Royal Hospital), the STH Histology service processes 80,000 requests per year.
The post will be mainly based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital with rotation to the NGH Satellite Laboratory.
Participation in the laboratory Mon-Fri 8am - 8pm working arrangements, weekend and bank holiday rotas is expected of all staff.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be required to undertake roles in specimen reception, specimen preparation and processing as well as a range of other duties including computer data entry, operation of laboratory equipment, filing and retrieval of specimens, glass slides and paraffin blocks.
JOB PURPOSE
- Pre-analytical processing of samples to include the receipt, preparation and processing.
- Deal with direct queries from Medical Staff, Nursing Staff and other Service Users including telephone enquiries and taking appropriate action as necessary.
- To assist Scientific Staff in laboratory activities
- To store and retrieve biological material
About us
The STH Histopathology diagnostic service for all tissue specimens (biopsy, surgical resection, cytology and post mortem examination) includes expertise in:
Acute renal disease pathology; renal, cardiac & lung transplant pathology; metabolic bone disease studies; dermatopathology; breast, gynaecology, endocrine, cardiothoracic, orthopaedic, genito-urinary & gastro-intestinal pathology, oncology and neuropathology. The department is a National Specialist Centre for Ophthalmic Pathology & provides diagnostic service to the Sheffield Breast Screening programme.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals is one of five Trusts involved in the formation of the South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw (SYB) Pathology Network. The aim of the Network is to deliver a Pathology Service that provides all SYB patients and clinicians with equitable access to high-quality, innovative laboratory medicine solutions that will ensure the best clinical outcomes for patients.
A collaborative Network will also provide rewarding job and career opportunities for all staff. An Outline Business Case, which described the Target Operating Model for the future Network, has been agreed between Partner Trusts. The proposed Target Operating Model will ultimately lead to the consolidation of services across SYB. As work progresses to establish the Network, staff will be consulted about proposals that may involve them.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE at Grade 4/C or above in English, Maths and at least one Science subject (or equivalence)
- Willingness to complete an in-house competency package and additional skills training equivalent to A level/ NVQ L3 or NVQ L2 with additional short courses
Further Training
Essential
- Experience of using computer systems including data input
- Commitment to complete and maintain MT and required lab competencies
Desirable
- Experience of working with a hospital LIMS
- Experience of the pre and post analytical phase of a hospital laboratory
Special skills
Essential
- Evidence of effective time management
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the role of a Medical Laboratory Assistant in a diagnostic laboratory.
- Relevant experience of working in a lab environment
- Demonstrate previous team working experience
Desirable
- Keyboard and basic IT skills
- Relevant experience of working in a hospital laboratory environment
- Experience within the NHS.
- Experience operating computer controlled equipment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE at Grade 4/C or above in English, Maths and at least one Science subject (or equivalence)
- Willingness to complete an in-house competency package and additional skills training equivalent to A level/ NVQ L3 or NVQ L2 with additional short courses
Further Training
Essential
- Experience of using computer systems including data input
- Commitment to complete and maintain MT and required lab competencies
Desirable
- Experience of working with a hospital LIMS
- Experience of the pre and post analytical phase of a hospital laboratory
Special skills
Essential
- Evidence of effective time management
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of the role of a Medical Laboratory Assistant in a diagnostic laboratory.
- Relevant experience of working in a lab environment
- Demonstrate previous team working experience
Desirable
- Keyboard and basic IT skills
- Relevant experience of working in a hospital laboratory environment
- Experience within the NHS.
- Experience operating computer controlled equipment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
