Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 2)

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust (ANHSFT), Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BTHFT), and Harrogate District Hospital (HDH) have formed a joint venture, Integrated Pathology Solutions LLP (IPS) to provide a high-quality diagnostic and consultative service to clinical service users of both Hospital Trusts, and to primary and secondary care providers within the locality., Medical Laboratory Assistants are a key staff group within the pathology laboratory. Candidates will need to be enthusiastic, well-motivated and innovative, with good organisational and practical skills. Team working and good communication skills are essential. Previous laboratory experience would be an advantage for the position however full training will be provided. Basic IT skills would also be an advantage. The successful candidate will be required to work in Specimen Reception on either site to provide support to the Blood Sciences department. The hours of work are based on a 24/7 work pattern which will include days, late shifts and night working Monday to Friday, Weekends, and Bank Holidays. Opportunities for personal development are strongly supported; however please note this post may not be suitable for individuals with Biomedical Science degrees as there is no progression to a Biomedical Scientist grade. Our staff surveys tell us that we are one of the best Trusts to work for in the country. Staff benefits include a children's day nursery, subsidised restaurant facilities, cyber cafe and discounts at local leisure facilities.

We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:

• Cycle to Work
• Travel Scheme
• Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
• Onsite Nursery
• Buying and Selling Annual Leave
• Car Leasing
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Health and Wellbeing
• Extensive Reward Scheme
• Counselling Service
• Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
• Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.
Our values: We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:
• Committed to Quality of Care
• Compassion
• Working together for patients
• Improving Lives
• Everyone Counts
• Respect and Dignity
Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.