This post is only open to internal applicants. Medical Laboratory AssistantBand 3 AfC Main area BiochemistryGrade Band 3 AfCContract PermanentHours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref VIA4383Site St Thomas HospitalTown LondonSalary Up to 28,065 per annum depending on experienceClosing 07/10/2022 23:59Interview date 21/10/2022The place to work in pathology We are looking for top talent to join the UKs leading and fastest growing pathology companya scientific organisation with a clinical purpose. Working in partnership with our service partners, Guys and St. Thomas Hospitals, Kings College Hospital and Princess Royal University Hospital we aim to set the standard for the future of pathology.Job overview This week Viapath re-branded to Synnovis, signalling our desire to transform and improve local pathology services with benefits for patients, clinicians and our employees. If you havent yet applied for a role at Synnovis, please hurry, the closing date for this role is 07/10/22 and it would be great if you could join us on the next stage of our exciting transformation journey Are you interested in becoming a stock champion in a busy laboratory? We are offering an opportunity to undertake a crucial role to support our large Chemistry service at two of Londons busiest teaching hospitals. This role offers an insight into the world of procurement where you will be managing stock which is a vital part of service operation.You will learn to use various software programmes and will be hands on when deliveries arrive into the laboratories.

Main duties of the job This is a band 3 MLA post with particular responsibility for stock management within the Chemistry department at GSTT. The successful applicant will liaise closely with the Viapath Procurement Team to ensure stock is ordered and receipted appropriately. You must be organised and good communication is an absolute priority.Whilst you will be based at St. Thomas, you will on occasion work at Guys Hospital.

Working for our organisation Your development and learning You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme, the Scientific Learning and Development Fund and the Synnovis Academy through which you can receive funding / support for advanced qualifications.Through our Innovation Accelerator Fund, you can apply for finance to get that new innovative scientific project off the ground, and participate with the wider scientific community through symposiums, conferences and other peer group meetings.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, the post holder is responsible for the receipt and organisation of reagents and consumables within the department. The post holder will be responsible for unpacking and booking in External Quality Assurance (EQA) samples, distribution to the various analytical areas, data entry, ensuring results are submitted on time, reports printed and distributed to the senior staff, as well as any clerical and administrative duties associated with the various schemes. The post holder will manage and prioritise workloads in the area and be expected to highlight any potential problems that are apparent on EQA returns. There will also be an opportunity for undertaking work within the laboratory such as: receiving and sorting of patient specimens, logging patient data onto the laboratory computer system, tracking specimens between hospital sites, operating pre and post analytical equipment, giving validated laboratory results by telephone.They may be required to work Extended Hours covering the hours of 8am to 8pm. Some essential requirements for the role: Good all round education to A-Level standardWorking as part of a teamGood communication and interpersonal skillsAble to communicate technical informationFlexible and adaptable approach to workAccuracy and attention to detailGood command of spoken and written English Some desirable requirements for the role: Previous administrative experienceBasic use of Microsoft Word and ExcelUnderstanding of stock managementPrevious experience of working in a laboratory environmentCustomer service experience. Synnovis is a pathology partnership between SYNLAB UK and Ireland, and the NHS, including sites, Guys & St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust and Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, to deliver and transform pathology services across South East London. The partnership provides services to 1.7 million people living in South East London, as well as to hundreds of thousands of patients from outside the region who use local healthcare services.The partnership provides diagnostics, testing and digital pathology for hospital trusts, GP services and other healthcare providers.Guys and St Thomas Hospital Foundation Trust is a major emergency and specialist teaching Trust which has all the specialties associated with a fascinating and career defining case load including: Womens Services, Foetal Medicine, Haematology, Oncology, Transplantation, and is also home to the Evelina Childrens Hospital and the Cancer Centre on the Guys site. You will be close to the vibrant Borough Market and the South Bank, which are exceptional London locations; perfect places to work and relax next to such iconic venues as Big Ben, The London Eye and The Shard! Please apply to learn more.Person specification QualificationsEssential criteria NVQ level 3, BTEC or equivalent experience ExperienceEssential criteria Previous stock control experience Proficient in Microsoft OfficeDesirable criteria Experience of working in a customer service based environment Skills & KnowledgeEssential criteria Ability to communicate within the team to deliver effective service Experience working in a busy environment Knowledge of relevant legislation policies and procedures Experience of working in a customer service based environment Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. All applicants are welcome to apply regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. Equality of opportunity is our policy. Our Bank workers enjoy competitive market rates and flexible contract assignments across all of our sites, dependent on your availability and location. For our Permanent workforce we offer a competitive benefits package. As well as offering competitive salaries, all employees are also entitled to:Contributory pension scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Performance related pay Annual incentive plan for allemployees Ground breaking developmentopportunitiesSafeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.Please apply for this post on-line. If you have problems with using the online process, or need any assistance, please email recruitment@synnovis.co.uk Your e-mail address is important to us. We communicate to all job applicants via the e-mail address which has been provided on the application form. Please ensure that you check your e-mail on a regular basis.Due to the high volumes of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion. Thank you for your interest in Synnovis.Employer certification / accreditation badgesDocuments to downloadJob Description & Person Specification (PDF, 235.6KB) Apply online nowFurther details / informal visits contactNameAlpesh DevmorariJob titleOperations ManagerEmail addressAlpesh.Devmorari@gstt.nhs.ukIf you have problems applying, contact AddressSynnovis Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pmTelephone01629 690824