Healthcare science assistant - united kingdom, wandsworth, london
our client requires a reliable and enthusiastic healthcare science assistant to start relatively soon within wandsworth,
your day-to-day duties might include:
* labelling, sorting and storing specimens
* helping with tissue and fluid sample analysis
* putting together chemical solutions
* loading and operating machines
* using a computer to input and analyse data
* disposing of hazardous waste
* sterilising equipment
* maintaining stock levels
as a healthcare science assistant, you might also deal with telephone inquiries and file records. you’ll work with scientists in areas like:
* biochemistry - studying chemical reactions in the body like kidney failure
* histopathology - examining the structure of diseased tissue
* virology - analysing viruses, the diseases they cause, and vaccines
* cytology - studying the structure and function of cells, and screening for cancers
* haematology - analysing diseases of the blood and blood forming tissues
* immunology - examining how the immune system works, for example with allergies
* transfusion science - transferring blood and blood products from one person to another
you’ll need:
* accuracy and attention to detail
* the ability to concentrate for long periods
* excellent hand-eye coordination
* organisational skills
* the ability to work under pressure
£14 per hour
hours: 37.5
location: wandsworth
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