Biomedical Laboratory Assistant

Job summary

The Red Cell Immunohaematology (RCI) department provides reference and blood provision services to regional hospitals using advanced red cell immunohaematology techniques. As a Biomedical Laboratory Assistant, you will provide predominantly clerical support for the department, which includes unpacking and sorting samples, data entry into the laboratory LIMS system, sending reports and filing. Other duties include processing and testing samples using an automated analyser, cleaning and reagent production. We will provide you with an extensive induction and training programme and ongoing development to support you in your role and achieving your career ambitions.

Main duties of the job

Working in the Red Cell Immunohaematology (RCI) Laboratory, you will be required to participate in a range of routine clinical, technical and scientific activities in preparing and testing blood samples from Hospital Patients, with the support of your supervisor and other team members You may be required to support and train less experienced staff in some instances You will be required to undertake precise repetitive manipulation of equipment and blood samples and carry out routine tasks on a regular basis You will be required to handle blood samples and a range of equipment The role will require you to work and provide support during the routine opening hours of the laboratory You will be required to manually handle equipment on a daily basis weighing up to 13 kgs, with or without mechanical aids, with appropriate training

About us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, were incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers. Its an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever