Medical Laboratory Assistant

NHS; Ashton-under-Lyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Ashton-under-Lyne is looking for a Medical Laboratory Assistant. The role involves assisting biomedical scientists in preparing and processing clinical samples, managing reception queries, and ensuring accuracy in laboratory procedures. Ideal candidates will have GCSEs in Math, English, and Science and possess strong team collaboration and communication skills. Additionally, the position offers substantial benefits, including flexible working and NHS perks. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.

Benefits

27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS Pension Scheme

Free eye tests and health checks

Support with stress, bereavement, and finance

Qualifications

• Math and English GCSE or equivalent level required.
• Science GCSE or equivalent level required.
• Laboratory experience either NHS or Industry/Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist biomedical scientists by preparing and processing clinical specimens.
• Handle reception and telephone queries from staff and GPs.
• Follow specific instructions and procedures carefully.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills when dealing with patients or general public

Ability to work as part of a team

Attention to detail and accuracy

Good written and communication skills

Education

Math and English GCSE or equivalent level

Science GCSE or equivalent level

Job description

Go back Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

3>Medical Laboratory Assistant

The closing date is 30 December 2025

Medical Laboratory Assistant- Band 2 - average 37.5 hours per week covering 24/7 rota if required - Permanent

Applications are invited to work in our busy Blood Sciences Department as a Medical Laboratory Assistant working in Sample Reception.

Tameside Hospitalis situated eight miles to the east of Manchester and serves a population of approximately 250,000. The hospital is situated for both easy access to both central Manchester and the Peak District.

Duties will include preparing and processing clinical specimens of blood, urine, faeces, sputum and other body tissues. In addition this will include dealing with reception and telephone queries from staff, GPs and other users of the Pathology Service, computer data input and filing.

The role will involve handling large numbers of specimens for various sections of the laboratory.

A good knowledge of Laboratory Information Systems will be advantageous though not mandatory, with good communication and organisational skills. Full training will be provided along with on-going assessment and support.

The laboratory is UKAS ISO15189 Accredited

Main duties of the job

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant the post holder will assist the biomedical scientists in providing a quality medical laboratory service preparing and processing clinical specimens of blood, urine, faeces and other body tissues. Dealing with reception and telephone queries from staff, GPs and other users of the Pathology Service.

About us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+& Disabled people.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

Job responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills,experienceand knowledgerequired. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

The person specification below is not the full personspecification, butoutlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Important Notice on Visa Sponsorship Eligibility

Please note that whilst the trust does offer sponsorship this role is unfortunately not eligible for visa sponsorshipunder the UK Health and Care Worker visa route. This is due to the position not meeting theminimum salary threshold of £25,000 per annum or the required skill levelset by UK Visas and Immigration.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity and encourage applications from candidates who already have theright to work in the UK.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Math and English GCSE or equivalent level
• Science GCSE or equivalent level

Experience

• Laboratory experience either NHS or Industry/Education
• Experience working in the Health Service or Health Care Service

Skills & Knowledge

• Good interpersonal skills when dealing with patients or general public
• Must be able to work as part of a team
• Ability to follow specific instructions and procedures
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Good written and communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust