Jobs, fresher vacancy - Medical Laboratory Assistant • UK

Company: Unilabs

UK

Join our Cellular Pathology team at Unilabs, where you'll play a key role in supporting the delivery of a high-quality, professional laboratory service. We're looking for a flexible and efficient individual to assist our histology staff and contribute to the smooth, day-to-day running of the lab.Key Result AreasIn this role, you will be tasked with a variety of key responsibilities that are crucial for the success of our team and the overall organization. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to: To assist the MTO, BMS and Senior BMS dissection team with making up solutions and completing logs where required; To ensure that all samples are archived regularly and accurately; To assist in specimen reception routine duties as and when required on a rota basis: booking in and ensuring samples are received and triaged according to their criteria and contractual obligations; To carry out reagent change and daily maintenance of processors and embedding machines; Preparation of department transport bags/boxes for delivery and assist/liaise with the couriers; Partake in the rota for sample discard; Assisting Pathologist at dissection when required; To develop and improve professional expertise and specialist skills; To undertake any training courses as considered necessary; To maintain the relevant dissection laboratory equipment; To be aware of, and always comply with Health and Safety regulations and safe laboratory procedures; To participate in the annual staff appraisals. Histology specimen dissection and sample reception Participate in the surgical dissection of diagnostic Category A Histology specimens which will encompass the following: Receive samples in specimen reception and triage them accordingly for booking in; Booking in samples at specimen reception; Logging any discrepancies and ensuring they are followed up accordingly; Assist MTO, BMS. The post holder should also: Be aware of knowledge and self-limitations, and have a low threshold for seeking advice; Keep adequate records of specimens dissected, including error logs and topical reflective practices. Requirements GCSE’s including English, Math and Science; BSc (hons) in Biomedical Science (desirable); HCPC registration (desirable); Previous laboratory experience (experience in a large busy pathology laboratory - desired); Good IT skills and working knowledge of Microsoft; Must develop and improve your scientific expertise, which may be via CPD within an appraisal programme. Maintain a portfolio of relevant developments achieved; To participate in the organisation of scientific teaching programmes; Undertake suitable training and development programmes to successfully acquire core competencies and thereafter maintain the required standards of competence when undertaking duties; Good communication skills; Able to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team; Ability to remain GDPR compliant.