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Medical Laboratory Assistant

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
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Location
Salary
£24,433 - £26,060 per annum
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Grade
Band 3
Deadline
29 May 2025
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
23 May 2025

Job overview

Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 3)

We are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a motivated and reliable Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) to join the Pathology Department at Royal Glamorgan Hospital.

As part of our Biochemistry Laboratory team, you will play a vital role in ensuring high standards of patient care through the accurate and timely processing of clinical specimens.

Working within our combined reception area, you will be trained to handle biological samples such as blood, urine, and faeces, following strict Health & Safety protocols and Standard Operating Procedures.

What we’re looking for:

  • A good standard of general education
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and a willingness to learn new tasks
  • Previous laboratory or healthcare experience (desirable)
  • Confidence using IT systems (desirable)

Main duties of the job

Your main responsibilities will include the preparation, labelling, and data entry of clinical specimens, all of which require a careful and methodical approach.

You’ll be joining a UKAS-accredited department (ISO 15189) and an IBMS-accredited training laboratory, offering excellent development opportunities and a structured, professional environment to grow your career.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Ready to join a passionate and professional team?

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac