Medical Technical Officer

Role Summary

• To assist in the analysis of pathology samples by preparation of instrumentation, reagents and pathological samples.
• To take an active role in the materials management of the department, receipting, storing and stock controlling laboratory consumables.
• To take an active role in the flow of specimens through the laboratory.
• To assist in the coordination of work carried out by the laboratory.
• General laboratory duties as required by the laboratory manager or designated deputy.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated, hard-working, and detail-driven individual to join one of the UK's most dynamic pathology services. Working as part of a supportive team within modern laboratories and using advanced technology, the service processes approximately 94,000 blood tests each day, helping to deliver accurate diagnostics and high-quality patient care.

Our department is internationally recognised as a centre of excellence for translational research, with significant expertise in diabetes and gastroenterology autoimmunity. We have a strong collaborative relationship with the University of Exeter Medical School, and our laboratory plays a pivotal role in providing a comprehensive research and development analytical service, supporting clinical trials and translating diagnostic research into practical applications. In 2021, we were proud to receive the HSJ Acute Sector Innovation of the Year Award for creating a remote blood testing service for paediatric patients with rare diseases, ensuring vital access to care during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

As a Medical Technical Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting the analysis of pathology samples by preparing instrumentation, reagents, and specimens. You will be responsible for managing departmental materials, including the receipt, storage, and inventory control of laboratory consumables. Ensuring the smooth flow of specimens through the laboratory, you will contribute to maintaining operational efficiency. Additionally, you will assist in coordinating laboratory activities to support seamless workflow.

Your role will also include performing general laboratory duties as required by the laboratory manager or their designated deputy.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a forward-thinking and supportive team. Based in Exeter, you'll enjoy the benefits of a vibrant city surrounded by the stunning Devon countryside and Southwest coastline.

37.5 hours per week

To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact:
Aled Lewis,

Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people's own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

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