Medical Laboratory Assistant / Healthcare Science Assistant

Job overview

You will support the Biomedical Scientists by performing a wide variety of laboratory tasks. Duties vary between departments which include the sorting, preparation, processing and handling of blood, urine, tissue and bodily fluids.

You should have an interest in science, be self-confident and motivated. You must possess a wide range of skills demonstrating good numeracy and literacy, a high standard of verbal and written English, keyboard data entry skills and attention to detail.

You will also be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time whilst preparing samples and inputting data, therefore the ability to multi-task and work flexibly are essential.

Your shifts will be set within a 24/7 shift system and there will be a requirement to work nights, weekends and bank holidays on rotation with other team members

NB HCPC portfolios cannot be supported in this area as there is insufficient exposure to the main Laboratory.

Main duties of the job

Your duties will include:

• Sample preparation - Identification checks & barcode labelling
• Data entry - Inputting patient data onto the laboratory computer system
• Reception duties - Face to face and telephone queries from service users
• Housekeeping duties
• Participate in quality & audit work

Closing Date: 24 August 2026

Interview Date: 5 September 2026

Candidates who have applied for this vacancy within the last 3 months and were unsuccessful at any stage of the recruitment process should not reapply unless you can demonstrate additional relevant skills, qualifications or experience acquired since your previous application.'

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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