Medical Laboratory Assistant - Haematology | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a Band 3 Medical Laboratory Assistant for its Haematology and Transfusion Department. The role involves processing clinical specimens, maintaining laboratory instruments, and accurately handling patient information. Candidates should have at least 2 GCSEs in science subjects and some experience in an NHS laboratory setting. This is a full-time position with varied shift patterns.

Qualifications

• NHS laboratory/office experience is essential.
• Able to communicate effectively in a clinical environment.
• Competent in time management.

Responsibilities

• Process clinical specimens for biological testing.
• Perform maintenance on laboratory instruments.
• Communicate outliers to Biomedical Scientists.
• Maintain housekeeping in the laboratory.
• Enter and retrieve patient information accurately.

Skills

Good time management

Excellent communication skills

Numerate with IT skills

Education

Minimum of 2 GCSEs in science subjects

Job description

Overview

Liverpool Clinical Laboratories invites applications for a Band 3 Medical Laboratory Assistant within the Haematology and Transfusion Department at the Royal site. The department operates 24 hours and handles a high throughput of samples with modern automation.

The post holder will work under Agenda for Change terms and conditions, on a shift pattern covering Monday – Friday and some weekend hours. You will support the day-to-day activities of the Haematology and Transfusion Laboratories under the direction of qualified staff as part of the pathology team.

Responsibilities

• Process clinical specimens for biological testing and related supporting functions.
• Perform maintenance on laboratory instruments and run internal quality control as per section policy.
• Identify and communicate outliers to Biomedical Scientists.
• Undertake relevant unsupervised housekeeping laboratory duties in a timely and efficient manner as directed by departmental policy.
• Accurately enter and retrieve confidential patient information using the laboratory computer system, in accordance with Caldicott guidelines.
• Provide general clerical support and assist with day-to-day laboratory tasks under supervision or independently as required.

Person Specification / Qualifications

• Essential
• Minimum of 2 GCSEs or equivalent in science subjects.
• Demonstrable NHS laboratory/office experience.
• Good time management and excellent communication skills.
• Numerate with IT and keyboard skills.

Notes: This role is within the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust framework. The advert indicates the closing date as Thursday 18 Sep 2025.