Medical Laboratory Assistant - Blood Sciences

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Slough seeks a dedicated Medical Laboratory Assistant for their Blood Sciences department. This full-time role involves loading samples, performing equipment maintenance, and supporting laboratory procedures. Ideal candidates will have basic biology knowledge and GCSEs in Math and English. Effective communication and teamwork skills are essential. Join a collaborative team focused on high-quality diagnostics.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics.
• Experience in a diagnostic laboratory is desirable.
• Awareness of patient confidentiality and data protection responsibilities is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading patient samples onto laboratory analysers.
• Performing routine maintenance on laboratory analysers.
• Assisting with manual assay procedures under supervision.
• Monitoring and maintaining stock levels of laboratory consumables.
• Preparing samples and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Basic IT skills

Effective communication

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Commitment to working in a health-care environment

Teamwork

Education

4 GCSEs including English and Maths

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant – Blood Sciences

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Job Overview

Berkshire & Surrey Pathology Services is a partnership between Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, Royal Surrey County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Ashford & St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, and Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust. As the largest NHS‑led pathology network in the UK, we are seeking motivated applicants for a Medical Laboratory Assistant position at Wexham Park Hospital in the Blood Sciences department (Biochemistry, Haematology, Blood Transfusion). The role supports a‑quality diagnostic service with comprehensive training and a collaborative team environment.

Main Duties

• Loading and unloading patient samples onto laboratory analysers, ensuring correct handling, identification, and traceability.
• Performing routine maintenance on laboratory analysers, including cleaning, calibration checks, and basic quality control procedures.
• Assisting with manual assay procedures under the supervision of Biomedical Scientists, following standard operating procedures.
• Monitoring and maintaining adequate stock levels of laboratory consumables and ensuring timely replenishment.
• Preparing samples, disposing of waste correctly, maintaining a clean and safe working environment, and complying with health and safety standards.
• Supporting the department with administrative responsibilities such as data entry, record management, and routine telephone enquiries.
Detailed Job Description & Responsibilities

The post holder works closely with the Team Leader and Biomedical Scientist staff to support the delivery of a high‑quality technical service in line with UKAS and ISO 15189:2022 standards, developing and maintaining effective working relationships across all grades to ensure efficient operation of the service.

Person Specification – Experience & Knowledge

Essential Criteria

• Basic IT skills.
• Effective communication with colleagues and other health‑care staff.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in a diagnostic laboratory.
• Experience of working in a relevant routine HUB laboratory.

Qualifications

Essential Criteria

• Basic knowledge of Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics.
• 4 GCSEs, including English and Maths.

Desirable Criteria

• Basic knowledge of common tests performed in Blood Sciences.

Skills

Essential Criteria

• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Commitment to working in a health‑care environment.
• Ability to contribute to shift patterns.
• Teamwork and support for colleagues.

Desirable Criteria

• Awareness of patient confidentiality and data protection responsibilities.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

Location

Guildford, England, United Kingdom

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