Medical Laboratory Assistant

Antistatique; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Dorchester is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to perform essential laboratory tasks. Candidates should possess GCSEs in Science, Maths, and English. This role involves specimen reception, data entry, and ensuring appropriate handling of laboratory samples. The position offers both full-time and part-time contract options.

Qualifications

• GCSE in Science, Maths and English required.
• Ability to follow written procedures is essential.
• Familiarity with computers is important.

Responsibilities

• Undertake basic laboratory tasks including specimen reception.
• Record and prepare samples appropriately.
• Triage requests to fast track urgent work.

Skills

Ability to follow written procedures

Familiarity with computers

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

Ability to plan and prioritise own work

Education

GCSE in Science, Maths and English

Job description

Job Summary

Applications are invited from highly motivated individuals for the Medical Laboratory Assistant post in the department of Blood Sciences at Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

The department provides a wide range of analytical, diagnostic and interpretative services to hospitals, clinics and GP practices.

Main duties

The appointee will be required to undertake basic laboratory tasks including specimen reception, keyboard entry of data into the laboratory management system, and preparation of laboratory materials. You will work in the specimen reception area and be responsible for ensuring that samples received into the department are recorded and prepared appropriately. You will also triage requests to ensure that urgent work is fast tracked appropriately.

About Us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Details

• Date posted: 05 September 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 2
• Salary: £24,465 a year Per Annum
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 405-25-HS411MLA
• Job locations: Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2JY

Job Description

Job responsibilities: Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tell you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. If you are unable to view or download the attachment, please contact us.

For all roles, we look for staff who uphold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and its Values, search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Essential

• GCSE in Science, Maths and English
• Ability to follow written procedures
• Familiarity with computers
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to plan and prioritise own work

Desirable

• Experience working in a laboratory environment
• Work within a healthcare environment in recent years
• Work carried out to meet specific deadlines
• Ability to define and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to accurately and legibly transcribe information
• Ability to identify personal requirements needed to maintain effective relationships with colleagues and service users
• Ability to evaluate self in terms of relationships with other people and a flexible approach to working patterns and hours

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 details

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2JY
Employer's website: https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/