Job summaryWe are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual, with good communication skills and attention to detail, who shares the Values of West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, to become part of this progressive organisation to join us as a Medical Laboratory Assistant in the Haematology and Blood Transfusion laboratories.There is a full 24/7 hour acute/urgent service at the Watford laboratory and a Monday to Friday non urgent service provided at the Hemel Hempstead laboratory.It is essential that applicants can work flexibly according to the needs of the service, this includes weekend work.Main duties of the jobThe post will be based at Hemel Hempstead Hospital and Watford General Hospital, but the successful candidate will be required to work any of our shifts covering the 08.00-20.00 service provision on both sites Monday to Friday and 09.00-17.30 on weekends at Watford General Hospital, following full training and completion of competencies.The Trust is committed to the personal development of its staff at all levels and we will provide excellent opportunities for learning and development.About usThere has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.We are a flexible working employerAt West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe post holder will work closely with the Biomedical Scientists to observe and implement the policies and procedures relevant to the role.These include the Blood Transfusion Policy, the Massive Blood Loss Policy, the Infection Control Policy, and the departmental Health & Safety Policy.The post holder must also comply with practices and procedures as dictated in the departmental Standard Operating Procedures. Additionally, they will liaise with the Haematology Laboratory Manager, the Training and Quality Leads, and Clinical and Nursing staff to integrate with the services provided by the Team.The post holder is expected to visit some clinical areas across the Trust in order to facilitate the aspects of the role.There is a need for some shift and weekend work that necessitates a flexible approach to the hours of employment.Person SpecificationEducation and qualifications:EssentialGood standard of written and verbal English.Demonstrable knowledge acquired by work-based training equivalent to NVQ level 3.Knowledge:EssentialBasic Health & Safety awareness.DesirableKnowledge of medical terminology.Experience:EssentialExperience of working in a healthcare environment.Experience of data entry.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer detailsEmployer nameWest Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS TrustAddressCross SiteCross SiteWD18 0HBEmployer's websitehttp://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)