Job summary
Expressions of interest are sought for the role of Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 3) in the Neuroimmunology & CSF Laboratory based at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery The laboratory is a national reference centre and has an international reputation for the analysis of cerebrospinal fluid.
The post holder will be a core member of the specimen reception section of the Neuroimmunology & CSF Laboratory and as such will assist in diagnostic service providing support for the team of Biomedical, Clinical and MTO scientific staff.
The NHS Neuroimmunology and CSF laboratory (UCLH) provides acute Neurological Laboratory services to the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (UCLH) and the London region, plus specialised diagnostic and monitoring laboratory services to the UK and beyond.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an individual who will fulfil the following criteria and skills:
- An interest in science, ideally with previous MLA experience in a laboratory or hospital environment
- Ability to follow good laboratory practice and maintain a high quality service.
- Ability to plan and organise workload
- Excellent communication skills with all calibres of staff working in the environment.
- Proficient with the use of information technology systems within the area.
- Have a flexible approach to hours and work being undertaken.
The department is fully accredited with UKAS ISO 15189 certification and all staff are encouraged to participate in CPD activities. The Laboratory is open 9.00-5.30, Monday-Friday with no out-of-hours service currently.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Science subject at GCSE level or equivalent.
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent e.g A level
Desirable
- BSc Degree in Biology, biochemistry or Biomedical sciences
Experience
Essential
- Use of computers including MS Office
- Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience of working in a clinical laboratory including principles of Quality Management Systems.
- Experience of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
- Ability to learn new techniques, (e.g. making up simple solutions).
- Ability to work efficiently and carry out routine tasks without being constantly reminded.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate efficiently with other members of the laboratory both verbally and in writing in English
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Science subject at GCSE level or equivalent.
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent e.g A level
Desirable
- BSc Degree in Biology, biochemistry or Biomedical sciences
Experience
Essential
- Use of computers including MS Office
- Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience of working in a clinical laboratory including principles of Quality Management Systems.
- Experience of Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
- Ability to learn new techniques, (e.g. making up simple solutions).
- Ability to work efficiently and carry out routine tasks without being constantly reminded.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate efficiently with other members of the laboratory both verbally and in writing in English
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
