Medical Laboratory Assistant - Boston

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Grimsby is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to support the pathology laboratory team. The role involves performing laboratory tasks under supervision, maintaining laboratory standards, and working with various specimens. The ideal candidate will possess NVQ Level II or equivalent and demonstrate good organizational skills. This position requires a flexible schedule including late shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level II or equivalent qualification.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational and time-management skills required.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and competency assessment.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated laboratory tasks according to SOPs.
• Maintain general laboratory duties including cleaning and stock management.
• Work with various specimen types for accurate analysis.
• Participate in late shift and weekend rota as needed.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Completion of NVQ Level II or equivalent

Job description

Path Links is a networked NHS Pathology service offering a wide range of diagnostic investigations on tissue, blood, and fluid samples. All Path Links laboratories are accredited to United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) ISO 15189 standards.

About the Role

A Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is an integral part of a pathology laboratory team and works closely with Biomedical Scientists to deliver a first class diagnostic service to medical professionals. The role is centered around ensuring patients receive the best level of care through accurate analysis of their samples and the results that inform clinical decisions.

The position is based within a Microbiology team, providing support to both clinicians and general practitioners. Delegated work is performed under the direct and indirect supervision of a State Registered Biomedical Scientist (BMS) using Standard Operating Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated laboratory tasks following SOPs.
• Undertake extensive in‑house training and competency assessments to achieve NVQ Level II equivalent knowledge.
• Work with a variety of specimen types and equipment to deliver accurate analytical results.
• Maintain general laboratory duties including cleaning, stock management, and equipment maintenance.
• Participate in a weekday late shift and weekend rota, including public holidays.
• Follow a shift schedule allocated well in advance to allow for planning.

Qualifications

• Completion of NVQ Level II or equivalent qualification.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational and time‑management skills.
• Willingness to attend training modules and meet competency standards.

Working Hours

The role requires a flexible schedule, including weekday late shifts and weekend work. All shifts are planned and communicated in advance.

Contact

Further details or informal visits can be arranged with:

Name: Michael Jewsbury
Job title: Microbiology Laboratory Manager
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01205 446334

Organisation

The Humber Health Partnership, comprising Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH), serves over 1.6 million people annually with a budget of £1.3 billion. The partnership includes major hospital sites such as Diana, Princess of Wales Hospital; Scunthorpe General Hospital; Goole and District Hospital; Hull Royal Infirmary; and Castle Hill Hospital.