Medical Laboratory Assistant

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust; Derby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join their Histology Department. This role offers a unique opportunity to support diagnostic services by handling patient samples and assisting senior staff in a dynamic laboratory environment. Ideal candidates will possess a strong commitment to medical science and a willingness to learn, with training provided in-house. The position promises a fulfilling career path with development opportunities and a supportive team atmosphere, making it an ideal choice for individuals looking to contribute to community health and excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programs

Discounted Gym Memberships

Onsite Fitness Classes

Car Schemes

Qualifications

• Good level of general education including English and science.
• Demonstrated teamwork and initiative in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Data entry, admin, and filing tasks.
• Assisting senior staff with sample handling.
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Skills

IT Literacy

Admin Tasks

Teamwork

Initiative

Protocol Following

Education

General Education including English and Science

Job description

Derbyshire Pathology - Medical Laboratory Assistant (Histology Department)

Derbyshire Pathology has a vacancy for a Medical Laboratory Assistant within the Histology Department at the Royal Derby Hospital site. Cross-site working may be required in the future. The service currently operates Monday to Friday from 07:30 to 19:30, including Saturday working over a rolling 5-week roster.

Histopathology provides a diagnostic service to clinicians and GPs, handling approximately 50,000 patient sample requests annually.

The role of the MLA is well established within the department. The successful candidate should have a good level of general education, including English and science, be IT literate, experienced in admin tasks such as filing and query handling, and familiar with safe load handling practices.

We seek an enthusiastic, committed individual with a keen interest in medical science, an adaptable nature, resilience in a changing environment, and a willingness to contribute to a busy team.

Laboratory experience is not essential, as tasks will be taught in-house. Candidates should demonstrate good teamwork, initiative, and the ability to follow protocols.

Key Responsibilities

1. Data entry, admin, and filing
2. Assisting senior staff with sample handling
3. Maintenance of laboratory equipment
4. Replenishing laboratory stocks and reporting low levels
5. Handling human tissue and chemical disposal
6. Laboratory housekeeping

Training will be provided in-house, with competency assessments and regular reviews.

Important Dates

• Closing date for applications: 20 May 2025
• Interviews: 03 June 2025

As a trusted organization committed to community health, we uphold our values of Compassion, Openness, and Excellence, aiming to provide exceptional care.

Benefits

• Development opportunities, including professional and leadership growth
• Ongoing support from recruitment through to integration and beyond
• Staff benefits such as employee assistance programs, discounted gym memberships, onsite fitness classes, and car schemes

Key Facts about Our Trust

• Average of 4,810 outpatient appointments daily
• Fourth busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatient department in England
• Approximately 1,115 patients seen in A&E daily across our network
• Average of 195 emergency admissions daily
• Nearly 33,700 planned surgical operations last year in 57 theatres
• One of only 7 trusts nationally with over 50 theatres
• More than 140 elective procedures performed daily
• Research-active university hospital with diverse clinical trials and research opportunities

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Maira Awan
Job Title: Histology Manager
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]