Laboratory Aide - UPMC WhitfieldLocation: UPMC Whitfield HospitalJob type: PermanentOverview of role: To provide administrative support and carry out assigned laboratory duties, tests and checks as appropriate. To perform appropriate assigned tasks under supervision using established procedures for which training will be providedPrimary Duties and Responsibilities: Receive specimens into the laboratory, sort, label and identify and separate specimens received. To ensure the correct data entry of patient and specimen requests onto the laboratory computer system. Verify that samples adhere to the minimum acceptance criteria.To be able to identify anomalies including incorrectly labelled and mislaid specimens in accordance with the laboratory policies and procedures. Report incidents and near misses as appropriate.To prioritise urgent samples and inform the appropriate Medical Scientist.Responsible for the preparation of packaged samples referred to other laboratories.Tracking of specimens sent to referral laboratories, ensuring receipt of reports and delivery to clinicians. Following up of outstanding reports from referral laboratories.Place orders. Receive and disseminate Goods Inwards.Safely process and dispose of waste material from the laboratory. Keep work areas tidy and clean shelves, bench tops and sinks.To participate in the Laboratory Quality Management System in accordance with both the Laboratory Quality Manual and the Laboratory User Manual. Attend lab staff meetings and participate in discussions. Other duties may be required from time to time by the laboratory manager. To adopt a flexible approach to the role and to carry out any administration duties as are necessary for the post. Qualifications & Experience:Two years' experience in a similar role.Experience working in a healthcare setting or laboratory setting. Business / Secretarial qualification.Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages This job
description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As the
UPMC Whitfield Hospital and the post holder develop, this job description may
be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the Hospital. Equal
Opportunity Statement and Benefits UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment
for all employees.At UPMC we provide a total rewards program
that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities
for all our colleagues.Compensation – Competitive pay for the work employees do – base pay, performance related pay
and premium pay where applicable.Benefits –
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension
Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover
for all employees up to the age of 66.Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of
UPMC through our annual ACES programme.Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible
working opportunities to support you to work around external family
commitments.Development
and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach
their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.About
UPMC A $26 billion healthcare provider and insurer, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based UPMC is inventing new models of patient-centred, cost-effective, accountable care. Working in close collaboration with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shares its clinical, managerial and technological skills worldwide through its innovation and commercialisation arm, UPMC Enterprises, and through UPMC International.Providing high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006, UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations at UPMC Whitfield and in Cork, the UPMC Sports Medicine Clinic at SETU Arena, Waterford, TUS Moylish Campus, Limerick, TUS Thurles Campus, Tipperary, and the UPMC Concussion Network. The UPMC Institute for Health is located in Mayo and the Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny. UPMC is the Official Healthcare Partner of the GAA and GPA.