Medical Laboratory Assistant

Guys & St Thomas Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading pathology company as a Medical Laboratory Assistant, managing sample pathways and providing essential support in Blood Sciences. This role offers the chance to work in state-of-the-art laboratories and receive training for career advancement.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Development opportunities through Synnovis Way Development programme

Qualifications

• Good all-round education to GCSE standard.
• Experience of working as part of a team.
• Experience in a pathology laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle and manage samples according to SOPs.
• Prepare solutions, reagents, and lab equipment.
• Participate in a 24/7 working rota.

Skills

Organised

Methodical

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE standard including English and Maths at grade 4/C or equivalent

A Level / BTEC in Science (or equivalent or higher)

Job description

This post is only open to internal applicants.

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Synnovis Pay Band 3

Main area Blood Sciences Grade Synnovis Pay Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref VIS6974

Employer Synnovis Employer type Private Sector Site Friars Bridge Court Town London Salary £30,546 to £32,207 per annum depending on experience Closing 06/07/2025 23:59

The place to work in pathology

We are looking for top talent to join the UK’s leading and fastest growing pathology company – a scientific organisation with a clinical purpose.

Working in partnership with our service partners, Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Hospitals, King’s College Hospital and Princess Royal University Hospital we aim to set the standard for the future of pathology.

Job overview

This is a sought-after position for anyone looking for a truly varied and rewarding role. You will support our Blood Sciences teams to deliver a first-class service to patients whether they be in hospital, attending outpatient clinics, or seeing their GP.

As an MLA in Blood Sciences you are responsible for every aspect of the sample pathway from receiving in, to running on the analysers. All duties are conducted according to authorised and accredited protocols.

The post holder is responsible for maintaining effective communication within the teams, and other colleagues including Associate Practitioners (AP), Biomedical Scientists (BMS) & Clinical Scientists. You will be reporting to Floor 2 Reception Team Manager.

Each Synnovis site has a uniquely different feel ranging from smaller specialist laboratories to our flagship hub which processes in excess of 30,000 samples per day!

Main duties of the job

The Blood Sciences laboratories on Floor 2 of the Blackfriars hub are furnished with state-of-the-art automation for Haematology, Haemostasis, Chemistry, Immunology, Virology and also include a specialist Red Cell laboratory.

You will hold a variety of accountabilities in the laboratory environment. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Handle and manage samples, in line with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and assessed competencies
• Perform tasks and operate laboratory equipment within all safety standards and according to local SOPs relevant to your area
• Prepare solutions, reagents etc, utilising a variety of laboratory equipment to carry out investigations
• Ensure all laboratory consumables and equipment are maintained in line with SOPs and health and safety guidelines
• Complete data entry that is accurate, reliable, delivered on time and in accordance with Information Governance (IG) procedures
• Provide administrative support to all areas of the laboratory, as appropriate and dependent on experience and training

The post holder will be required to participate in a 24/7 working rota.

Working for our organisation

This is an exciting time to be joining our team!

2025 sees the culmination of a large Synnovis-wide project to deliver a hub and spoke operating model. Analysers on each site are being upgraded to provide standardisation of laboratory methods, harmonisation of reference ranges and the ability to deliver accurate and timely results across the South East London GP network and six hospitals.

Your development and learning

We offer many benefits to staff especially in terms of your development and training. You will have a suite of learning opportunities available through The Synnovis Way Development programme, the Scientific Learning and Development Fund and the Synnovis Academy through which you can receive funding / support for advanced qualifications.

Through our Innovation Accelerator Fund, you can apply for finance to get that new innovative scientific project off the ground, and participate with the wider scientific community through symposiums, conferences and other peer group meetings.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

At Synnovis, we are shaping the future of pathology services by creating a world-leading Hub and Spoke pathology network with our NHS partners. A large part of this modernisation will involve moving 70% of our services to a purpose built, state of the art Hub laboratory in the heart of London. The job you are applying for will be based at our Blackfriars Hub site or at one of our hospital sites. April 2024 saw the first of our people and services move into our Hub laboratory in Blackfriars, Southwark, SE1. There is some work remaining in 2025 to refurbish some of our essential services laboratories across our hospital network, focusing on the rapid turnover of urgent tests. Please do ask your recruiting manager if you wish to find out more.

Main duties and responsibilities

As an MLA you will hold a variety of accountabilities in the laboratory environment. These will include, but are not limited to:

• Perform cleaning activities in the laboratory and prepare laboratory equipment for use
• Perform daily checks on laboratory areas as directed and complete all required paperwork
• Perform environmental monitoring and waste management activities in a safe way, as required
• Support and train colleagues in your area as required
• Use Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) to accurately record sensitive patient information, requiring frequent, long periods of concentration, whilst maintaining patient confidentiality and following IG guidelines

Person specification

Qualifications

• Good all-round education to GCSE standard including English and Maths at grade 4/C or equivalent or L2 Healthcare Science apprenticeship
• A Level / BTEC in Science (or equivalent or higher)

Experience

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience of working with computer applications such as Microsoft Office / Google docs, data entry
• Experience of working accurately in a busy environment with an attention to detail
• Experience of working in a pathology laboratory environment

Skills & Knowledge

• Organised, methodical, and able to prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines
• Willingness and ability to learn complex procedures and follow guidelines and written procedures
• Ability to use precision instruments and handle specimens safely
• Awareness of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. All applicants are welcome to apply regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic origin, religion, or sexual orientation. Equality of opportunity is our policy.

Our Bank workers enjoy competitive market rates and flexible contract assignments across all of our sites, dependent on your availability and location.

For our Permanent workforce we offer a competitive benefits package.

All employees are entitled to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement

Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employees have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.

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