Medical Laboratory Assistant

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Medical Laboratory Assistant

Contract: BANK – 20 hours per week

Shift Times: Monday to Friday – 9.00am-2.00pm working minimum 4 hours per day, flexible

KIMS Hospital, Maidstone is the largest independent hospital in Kent, and we are recruiting.  We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to work as a Medical Laboratory Assistant and support the Biomedical Scientists in the Pathology team.

As Medical Laboratory Assistant you will assist in technical and clerical duties within the specimen reception and laboratory areas.

Role Responsibilities include:

  • Provide multi-disciplinary support to the BMS staff in the delivery of a Pathology service that is efficient and fit for purpose
  • Utilise manual and IT systems to ensure recording of specimens received and their analyses
  • Clean and maintain equipment to standard laboratory procedures (SOPs) keeping appropriate records
  • Support the laboratory accreditation to ISO15189 standards as required

Person Specification:

The successful Medical Laboratory Assistant will:

  • Have obtained GCSE’s in English, Maths and Science
  • Possess excellent customer service skills
  • Be confident using and learning new IT systems
  • Possess strong interpersonal skills with good communication skills both written and verbal.

Experience working in a healthcare setting within a laboratory or similar is desirable but not essential.

KIMS Hospital employees enjoy the following benefits:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Free Staff Car Parking
  • Subsidised Staff Bisto
  • Annual Flu Vaccination
  • Free Eye Test

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Diane would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 237634 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service.   Information about the DBS checks can be found at https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

Posted 30th April 2024

KIMS Hospital, Maidstone. Picture: www.matthewwalkerphotography.com

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