Medical Laboratory Assistant

Harmonia Careers; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Wales seeks a dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant to support laboratory services and deliver essential medical analyses. Candidates must have GCSE English and Maths, be team-oriented, and possess basic computer skills. Experience in laboratory settings is desirable. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make significant contributions to patient care.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team.
• Computer systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Support laboratory services under qualified scientists.
• Deliver a 24/7 medical laboratory service.

Skills

Ability to Communicate within the team to deliver effective service

Ability to work without supervision

Ability to prioritise workload

Manual Dexterity

Basic use of Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

GCSE English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

As a laboratory support worker in blood Sciences the post holder is working under supervision of qualified scientists for the delegated tasks required for the delivery of a fit‑for‑purpose, 24/7 medical laboratory service analysing and reporting on blood, urine, faeces and other body materials to achieve the objectives of efficient and effective patient care, and effective resource management within the hospital.

Main duties of the job

As part of our ongoing service, the Blood Sciences Department in Ysbyty Glan Clwyd is looking to appoint a full‑time band 3 Medical Laboratory Assistant.

This is a key role in the organisation, complementing the expertise of other experienced Scientists & Science Assistants and will be part of a fast‑paced laboratory diagnostics service. The successful candidate will need a basic knowledge of laboratory services and be able to demonstrate a capacity to learn and develop with a drive to deliver an excellent service for the benefit of the community we serve; committed to ensuring that our patients are at the heart of everything we do. With strong team‑working skills, you will be able to demonstrate the values that are important to us, communicating well; working supportively with colleagues; focusing on delivering a quality service and treating others with respect and dignity. We believe in accountability, but we also believe in shared responsibility – so you’ll have plenty of peer support too.

You’ll also enjoy being part of a close‑knit, sociable team, with all the support and training you need to further your skills.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About Us

We’re Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, the largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of about 700,000 across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Successful applicants will receive all recruitment‑related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted: 29 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: 3

Salary: £25,313 to £26,999 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 050‑ACS597‑1025

Job location: Glan Clwyd Hospital, Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ

Job Description

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent
• Ability to work in a team
• Experience with computer systems

Desirable

• Laboratory Experience
• Problem solving
• Willingness to learn

Skills

Essential

• Ability to Communicate within the team to deliver effective service
• Ability to work without supervision
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Manual Dexterity
• Basic use of Microsoft Word and Excel

Desirable

• Basic Blood Science Techniques
• Welsh Speaker

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic Health & Safety
• Basic knowledge of the role

Desirable

• Quality Control and Assurance

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer details

Employer name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address: Glan Clwyd Hospital, Sarn Lane, Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ

Employer's website: https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Health Care Provider

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