Medical Laboratory Assistant B3

NHS; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS Trust as a lab technician in the Molecular Diagnostics Department, providing essential diagnostic services and training opportunities in a supportive environment. This full-time permanent role offers career advancement and the chance to work with advanced laboratory technology and tools.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing Programs

Qualifications

• 'A' levels in science-based subjects are essential.
• A biology degree is desirable.
• Experience with IT and data entry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the provision of diagnostic services.
• Operate laboratory equipment and handle samples.
• Support senior staff and junior team members.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Basic IT Skills

Education

'A' Levels in Science-based Subjects

Degree in Biology-based Subject

Tools

Winpath

Job description

Job Summary

We have an opportunity for an energetic, enthusiastic and well-motivated individual to join the Molecular Diagnostics Department at the Royal Surrey Foundation Trust for a full time permanent position.

The Department is part of Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (BSPS). It is an ISO accredited service providing specialist molecular diagnostic services for BSPS departments, associated Trust clinicians and external laboratories in five NHS Trusts across the region. The department provides a variety of genetic services including those for that aid in the delivery of genetically-personalised oncology treatments.

The job advertised here is to assist in the provision these services.

We are looking for a science graduate looking to start a career in healthcare diagnostics. They should have a keen eye for detail and work well in a team environment. Key responsibility will be assisting in the provision of diagnostic services to clinicians and patients throughout the network. It is expected that the post-holder will be able to assist laboratory processes by taking responsibility for operating sophisticated equipment and handling patient samples. Opportunities to develop as a scientist and progress in the healthcare profession will be available and encouraged.

Main duties of the job

• Assist in the provision of a comprehensive range of scientific and diagnostic services across a range of scientific disciplineso Ensure samples are booked-in appropriately and referred to correct external testing laboratories as requiredo Liaise with senior scientists as part of a team delivering high quality protocol based technical service under the supervision of Registered Biomedical Scientist staffo Communicate with hospital staff, other healthcare professionals and commercial supplierso Required to operate technical, automated laboratory equipment and perform scientific techniques under supervisiono Handle body fluids and materials, including high risk specimens, appropriatelyo To report results in accordance with departmental SOPs and as appropriate to gradeo To act as support for junior staff members as agreed with the laboratory management teamo The post holder will be expected to support and advise less experienced staff, such as trainees, students and MLA's
  
  

About Us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.

We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.

Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo

Details

Date posted

18 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,883 to £26,958 a year Per annum (pro rata) inc HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

384-AR-EMF18660

Job locations

Royal Surrey County Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Job Description

Job responsibilities

Please See The Attached Job Description And Person Specification.

To participate in the provision of an efficient and cost effective Molecular Diagnostic service within Surrey and Berkshire Pathology Services.

To receipt and prepare samples and perform routine laboratory techniques efficiently and in a conscientious manner with respect to work pressures and quality of the service.

Job Description

If after viewing the job description you have any questions, would like further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Pierre Foskett, Laboratory Manager, on 01483 571122 ext 6839 or email:

Job responsibilities

If After Viewing The Job Description You Have Any Questions, Would Like Further Information Or To Arrange An Informal Visit, Please Contact Pierre Foskett, Laboratory Manager, On 01483 571122 Ext 6839 Or Email:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 'A' levels in science-based subjects
  
  

Desirable

• Degree in biology-based subject
• Willing to undergo relevant training to ensure sound relevant knowledge
  
  

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to write clearly.
• Possess basic IT skills & keyboard accuracy.
  
  

Desirable

• Previous work within the NHS
• Data Entry experience (Winpath)
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Ability to write clearly.
• Possess basic IT skills & keyboard accuracy.
  
  

Desirable

• Previous work within the NHS
• Data Entry experience (Winpath)
  
  

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

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey County Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Employer's website

https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey County Hospital

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

Employer's website

https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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