Medical Laboratory Assisstant

For further information, please refer to the detailed Job Description and Person Specification Receipt and checking of samples against request forms Assisting Pathologists in the diagnostic sampling of fresh and formalin fixed tissue Archiving of paraffin blocks and stained slides routine Solution rotation on processing and staining machines Responsibility to inform Laboratory Management /Senior Members of Staff with regards to laboratory procedures, risk assessment, COSHH and local safety rules Assist with the storage of confidential files To assist in ensuring the department is centred on patient care and the patient pathway To be aware of the clinical implications of the service that they provide through training To answer the telephone and deal with messages and enquiries To work within the capabilities and responsibility of the post, seeking advice and direction where appropriate