Medical Laboratory Assistant

Voy; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Wellhub gym and wellness benefit

Lunch allowance £5 per day

25 days annual leave

Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme

Regular team events

Growth potential

Job summary

Voy is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to support the pre-analytical phase of patient testing in a high-calibre team. You will validate specimen labelling, manage high-volume sample intake, and perform routine equipment checks to ensure data integrity and readiness for analysis.

You will develop your skills toward operating advanced laboratory equipment, while contributing to audits and Lean Lab initiatives that refine SOPs and patient care.

Qualifications

• Pre-analytical processes experience preferred.
• Familiar with data entry in LIMS and maintaining data integrity.
• Knowledge of COSHH standards and safety procedures.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced lab.

Responsibilities

• Own the pre-analytical phase by validating specimen labelling and sample integrity.
• Coordinate high-volume intake of samples to support the analytical team.
• Perform daily maintenance and checks on pre-analytical equipment; keep logs accurate.
• Support procurement and stock rotation of reagents and consumables.
• Enter and verify patient data in LIMS with high precision.
• Ensure safe disposal of clinical waste per COSHH guidelines.
• Identify/prevent pre-analytical discrepancies through collaboration with senior staff.
• Participate in internal audits and Lean Lab initiatives to improve SOPs.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Patient care

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Tools

LIMS

COSHH compliance

Job description

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you will be a vital link in the diagnostic chain, joining a high-calibre team dedicated to patient-centred excellence. You aren’t just handling samples; you are safeguarding the integrity of the data that clinicians rely on to make critical treatment decisions.

In this role, your primary focus is driving high-quality testing standards for every patient who relies on Voy in their health decisions. You will become an expert in the pre-analytical phase, ensuring that every blood sample meets strict quality criteria before it ever reaches an analyser. As you grow, you’ll have the opportunity to progress toward operating cutting-edge laboratory equipment, transitioning from sample preparation to the high-tech heart of the laboratory.

What you’ll do

• Own the pre-analytical phase by validating specimen labelling, viability, and overall sample integrity
• Input and coordinate the high-volume intake of samples to ensure a steady "pull" through to the analytical team
• Execute daily maintenance and operational checks on pre-analytical equipment to prevent downtime, keeping accurate logs and records
• Enable the procurement, stock rotation, and stewardship of sensitive reagents and laboratory consumables
• Input and verify patient data within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) with zero margin for error
• Oversee the safe disposal of clinical waste and maintain strict adherence to COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) standards
• Identify and resolve pre-analytical discrepancies (e.g., haemolysis, insufficient volume) through direct communication with senior laboratory staff
• Participate actively in internal audits and "Lean Lab" initiatives to continuously refine standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Who you are

• A detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to patient care and a "right-first-time" mindset, understanding that behind every barcode is a person awaiting results
• Comfortable managing high-volume, fast-paced workloads without compromising on diagnostic quality or accuracy
• A proactive problem-solver who sees beyond individual samples to understand and optimize the entire diagnostic journey
• Possess strong organizational skills and technical aptitude, with the ability to comfortably navigate complex lab IT systems
• Able to remain calm, focused, and resilient under the pressure of urgent clinical deadlines
• A collaborative team player who communicates clearly and takes full ownership of outcomes rather than just executing tasks

What We Offer

• Full Training & Clear Career Progression: Complete on-the-job training, CPD, fully funded GPhC qualifications, and mentorship to help you grow your career in a rapidly evolving company.
• Work-Life Balance: Full-time hours with flexible scheduling options.
• Health & Wellness: Private medical insurance, plus a comprehensive gym and wellness benefit via Wellhub.
• Lunch Allowance: £5 per day lunch allowance, to spend at the pharmacy mini-mart!
• Time Off: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holiday allowance, plus generous parental leave policies.
• Cycle to Work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Connection: Regular team events to keep our culture fun and connected.
• Growth Potential: An opportunity to join in the early stages of one of the most promising scale-ups in the healthcare space.

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