Band 5 Laboratory Technician

The post holder is required to have a prior experience of working in a clinical diagnostic NHS laboratory or equivalent and will undertake routine laboratory duties across a designated work area (histology or molecular genetics) in accordance with a discipline rota. The post holder will use a wide range of highly specialised techniques in histology and molecular biology and provide support to the senior staff. Their work involves significant personal responsibility for accurate and timely processing of all patients samples, as delays may impact patient's management and access to treatment.

The post holder is expected to rotate between the histology and genetic section, to work independently and as part of the team to ensure efficient and effective processing of patient samples through these two sections. They will support the senior laboratory staff and, if needed, provide cover in other laboratory sections. They will be competent and adhere to SOPs and protocols that are in place, participate in the audit and keep up to date training record.

The post holder will contribute to the implementation, monitoring, improving and management of the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance to UKAS ISO 15189 standards.

The post holder might be required to assist with any research activities undertaken by the NAC.

The NHS National Amyloidosis Centre (NAC), based at the Royal Free Hospital in London, is the only centre in the UK and one of the few centres worldwide specialising in amyloidosis It provides a comprehensive diagnostic and management advisory service to the national caseload of amyloidosis patients and has state of the art clinical and research facilities., The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top