Blood Sciences Lab Assistant — Entry Role in Diagnostics

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Slough seeks a dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant for their Blood Sciences department. This full-time role involves loading samples, performing equipment maintenance, and supporting laboratory procedures. Ideal candidates will have basic biology knowledge and GCSEs in Math and English. Effective communication and teamwork skills are essential. Join a collaborative team focused on high-quality diagnostics.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics.
• Experience in a diagnostic laboratory is desirable.
• Awareness of patient confidentiality and data protection responsibilities is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading patient samples onto laboratory analysers.
• Performing routine maintenance on laboratory analysers.
• Assisting with manual assay procedures under supervision.
• Monitoring and maintaining stock levels of laboratory consumables.
• Preparing samples and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Basic IT skills

Effective communication

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Commitment to working in a health-care environment

Teamwork

Education

4 GCSEs including English and Maths

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Slough seeks a dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant for their Blood Sciences department. This full-time role involves loading samples, performing equipment maintenance, and supporting laboratory procedures. Ideal candidates will have basic biology knowledge and GCSEs in Math and English. Effective communication and teamwork skills are essential. Join a collaborative team focused on high-quality diagnostics.