Medical Lab Assistant - Transfusion
London, HCA Laboratories - Shropshire House, 10a Capper St, London WC1E 6JA
Hours: 37.5 Hours per week Monday – Friday. 7.5 shifts between the hours of 08:00 and 20:30. Participation in weekend rota also required
Permanent
This role offers a competitive salary dependent on experience

We’re looking for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Blood Transfusion team at our HCA Laboratories based in Shropshire House.

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you will be responsible for the receipt of group and save samples, maintenance of the laboratory equipment and working area, laboratory supplies, archiving of documents, assist the department Head and Biomedical Scientists in Transfusion as required.

HCA Laboratories has over 35 years’ experience in providing pathology services, for acute care in our HCA Hospitals, IVF Clinics, Insurance work, healthcare screening and GP services. We cover all disciplines in pathology including allergy, biochemistry and endocrinology, haematology and blood transfusion, histopathology and cytology, immunology, and microbiology and serology, with each laboratory equipped with the best available analytical instrumentation.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Processing, separating Blood/serum/plasma samples for analysis Keeping maintenance records up to date. Analyser maintenance Receiving samples Loading and unloading of analysers Managing reagent and other consumables stock levels Liaise with the Materials department on issues to do with laboratory supplies and deliveries Ensure equipment are in good working order Assist BMSs in performing analytical functions of the service Assist in all sections within the Transfusion laboratory wherever required Ensure that all hard copy documents within the laboratory are the correct versions Adhere to Health and Safety policies Follow HCA policies and procedures

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.

What you’ll bring:

‘A’ Level equivalent in science subjects Previous laboratory experience is desirable Strong IT skills Good communication skills Able to follow instructions well Good prioritising skills Manual dexterity. Able to work with accuracy pipetting Ability to work under pressure

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. 

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Medical Lab Assistant, you’ll be eligible for:

25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals Private pension contribution which increases with length of service Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme Group Life Assurance from day one Critical illness cover Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity and Inclusion

Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential.

We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.