Medical Laboratory Assistant in Liverpool

We are looking for a motivated and positive Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our fast paced and friendly team within the Clinical Chemistry Department at Liverpool Clinical Laboratories. As an MLA you will provide vital support to Biomedical Scientists and other healthcare professionals, ensuring high quality laboratory services are delivered to support patient care.

The post holder will receive and process specimens for routine and specialist testing. The work will be multidisciplinary in nature and consist of the analysis of multiple specimen types utilising various manual, semi-automated and automated techniques and equipment as instructed. The postholder will also maintain analytical equipment in optimum operational condition.

As directed, the post holder will participate in 24/7 shift work across all LCL sites. The postholder will undertake training as necessary to ensure both professional and personal development. They will also undertake annual appraisal and bi-annual competency assessment.

The post holder will liaise with both scientific and clinical staff within the LCL and staff across the wider Trust as necessary and within their scope of practice. With supervision available, the post holder will carry out any other reasonable duties commensurate with the role and aligned to the needs of the service.

To develop the knowledge and skills required for the preparation of specimens for processing relevant to the department (within departmental scope of practice and SOPs). Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and work within HSE and departmental Health and Safety regulations.

Undertake day to day maintenance, calibration, control, troubleshooting and operation of all routine and specialised equipment within the section(s), as directed by department. Comply with all quality standards and adhere to the quality management systems pertaining to the department. Stock control and where directed the ordering of supplies as required.

Ensure compliance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures, working on own initiative with supervision available. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies and legislation. To record incidents and non-conformities in conjunction with more senior and clinical staff as soon as possible in-line with procedures.

Involved in the supervision, teaching, and advising of other staff. Comply with Standards of Proficiency, competence and conduct as directed. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all aspects of Information Governance. Undertake duties as required by the department dependent upon working patterns.

Participates in the Trust Personal Development Programme and works towards identified development needs.