Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR UPTO 12 MONTHS DUE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE
The Quality Assurance Laboratory at the Welsh Blood Service has a vacancy for a Medical Laboratory Assistant. The tenure of the post is fixed term for 12 months.
The Welsh Blood Service is proud of its partnerships with blood donors from across Wales, to provide the best quality services for patients in Wales.
The post offers the successful applicant the opportunity to work in the Quality team; we welcome candidates with a keen interest in science, laboratory, and quality-focussed employment.
This role is part of the essential support team in the Laboratory; The post holder will be responsible for working in the support team to prepare Quality Control Samples and run initial analysis on the various technologies in the Laboratory. Environmental sampling to monitor the cleanliness of critical areas and equipment and calibration and validation of cold chain monitoring systems.
The successful applicant will work to a level to ensure all processes meet the requirements of the UK guidelines for Blood Transfusion and the EU Directive as inspected by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).
There will be a potential requirement to work variable shift patterns according to the exigencies of the service. This will include working Bank Holidays.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post.Fixed term 12 months due to budget. Starts 1st June 2025 to 31st May 2026.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will undergo in-service training to allow them to acquire the necessary technical skills & competencies to perform routine technical tasks associated with the Department. Post holders will work on a rotation in each of the sections that make up the department. This includes preparing quality control samples and analysing then using the automated Systems in the department. Calibrating equipment, preparing thermal profile test equipment and Bacterial Environmental Monitoring.
English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out morehttps://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths (A - C grade) or equivalent
- Knowledge of using computers and using basic IT programs
Desirable
- Knowledge of GMP /GDP
- Knowledge of Quality Control
- Able to undertake the IBMS Certificate of Achievement Level I
- ECDL
Values
Essential
- Demonstrates the cultural values of Velindre University NHS Trust
Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering services through or as part of a team
- Experience working in a quality focussed environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a laboratory environment
- Experience of working in a GMP/GDP environment
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate information, both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Able to keep clear and accurate records, showing attention to detail
- Able to read, understand and follow written instructions and perform basic calculations
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work under pressure
- Able to organise own workload
- Able to show self-motivation and use initiative, recognising limits of practice.
- Able to produce work to a high standard within required timescales.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh is not essential for this post and considered 'D'
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths (A - C grade) or equivalent
- Knowledge of using computers and using basic IT programs
Desirable
- Knowledge of GMP /GDP
- Knowledge of Quality Control
- Able to undertake the IBMS Certificate of Achievement Level I
- ECDL
Values
Essential
- Demonstrates the cultural values of Velindre University NHS Trust
Experience
Essential
- Experience of delivering services through or as part of a team
- Experience working in a quality focussed environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a laboratory environment
- Experience of working in a GMP/GDP environment
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate information, both verbally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Able to keep clear and accurate records, showing attention to detail
- Able to read, understand and follow written instructions and perform basic calculations
- Self-motivated, with the ability to work under pressure
- Able to organise own workload
- Able to show self-motivation and use initiative, recognising limits of practice.
- Able to produce work to a high standard within required timescales.
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh is not essential for this post and considered 'D'
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).
