Medical Laboratory Assistant

We are seeking a highly motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant to help support the diagnostic work of the department, Perform work strictly according to current Standard Operating Procedures in order to facilitate the provision of accurate and timely reports.

Ensure all samples prepared for analysis and stored according to strict quality standards, as defined in departmental Standard Operating Procedures

Ensure that appropriate preventative maintenance has been carried out, and recorded, on basic laboratory instruments and equipment

Report to the Senior Biomedical Scientist if work/systems fail to meet the specified standards and/or Turnaround Times.

Assist in the production, review and amendment of Standard Operating Procedures.

Liaise with Senior Biomedical Scientist and Quality Manager to undertake audits and corrective action as required.

Good understanding of the potential risks when handling infectious samples

Safe handling of blood, urine, faeces, organs, other body tissue and hazardous materials according to departmental and Trust protocol

You are expected to at least have previous experience as a Medical Laboratory Assistant or to have worked in a diagnostic laboratory. A key eye to details and working in an organised manner is crucial to this role.

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.

We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.