Medical Laboratory Aide in Microbiology

An opportunity has arisen to join our team based in the Microbiology department as a Laboratory Aide.This is a full time, permanent position.Requirements:To be professionally responsible for all aspects of the post-holders own work.To assist laboratory staff with performance and preparation of a number of pathological tests. This may include preparing equipment, culture media and reagents.To handle specimens at reception by logging patient and sample details onto the relevant database.To maintain stocks of laboratory reagents and other consumables, and to participate in the cleaning, upkeep, preparation of laboratory equipment and apparatus as required.To prepare and dispatch samples to other laboratories as required.To participate in the processing, storage and retrieval from storage of laboratory samples.To take an active role in Health & Safety issues as required.To carry out any other duties that may be assigned to the post from time to time.Comply with relevant procedures and methods to ensure that the Pathology Laboratory complies with the current JCI and ISO 15189 standards.Role requirements include:Excellent time management and organizational skillsExcellent Communication and Interpersonal skillsAwareness/ sensitivity towards patient needs.Previous experience in MDT role desirableA Full Job Description Is Available By Request.MATER PRIVATE NETWORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER