Laboratory Technician - Microbiology
Based at Pathology First, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3BY
Onsite 5 days per week, flexibility required to work across a variety of shifts from 8:00am-8:00pm, including weekends.


Role Overview
To perform a number of biomedical activities including efficient processing of specimens for analysis and performance in area of work including the loading of specimens onto clinical analysers and machine maintenance. To undertake some basic investigations (tests) under the supervision of Associate Practitioners and Biomedical Scientists.
To work in all areas of Microbiology and Serology on a rotational basis, including data entry, automated and non-automated bacteriology and Serology
Key Responsibilities
*Knowledge of basic biomedical Investigations
*Ability to be trained to perform basic Biomedical Investigations
*To understand the principles underlying the analytical processes used in area of work so as to maintain their operation and quality of results.
*A good working knowledge and practical application of the departments IT systems including software for word processing, spread sheets and data basis.
*MLA competencies in a minimum of 75% of areas of Bacteriology and Serology (within Blood Science area)
*MLA competency in the use and basic trouble-shooting and maintenance of the Kiestra TLA