Medical Lab Reception & Sample Prep Clerk - Flexible Hours

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Medical Laboratory Assistant for the Wexham Park Hospital Microbiology Specimen Reception Department. The role involves receipt, labeling and preparation of samples, with duties across clerical tasks and data entry into the Pathology computer system.

Excellent typing and attention to detail are essential. The post emphasizes patient sample handling, efficient turnaround, and collaboration with senior staff.

Qualifications

• Duties rely on accurate sample handling and data entry.
• Ability to work in a busy lab with attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork with clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label and enter pathology samples onto the computer system.
• Sort and prepare patient samples including bodily fluids.
• Provide information on specimen collection procedures according to guidelines.
• Assist in electronic production and distribution of pathology reports.
• Answer telephone inquiries and direct calls to appropriate laboratories.
• Maintain good communication with the Specimen Reception Team Leader.

Skills

Typing skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Medical Laboratory Assistant for the Wexham Park Hospital Microbiology Specimen Reception Department. The role involves receipt, labeling and preparation of samples, with duties across clerical tasks and data entry into the Pathology computer system.

Excellent typing and attention to detail are essential. The post emphasizes patient sample handling, efficient turnaround, and collaboration with senior staff.