Medical Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology

University Hospitals Dorset; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset seeks a Medical Laboratory Assistant in the Microbiology department to deliver critical diagnostic microbiology services. This role involves precision work in a well-equipped lab, supporting both hospital and community health. Candidates will receive comprehensive training and may backfill roles across sections as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform laboratory procedures accurately.
• Flexible working ethic necessary.
• Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Providing diagnostic microbiology services.
• Supporting infectious disease control.
• Processing diagnostic specimens post-training.

Skills

Precision

Attention to Detail

Job description

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology

An opportunity has arisen for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Microbiology department at University Hospitals Dorset.

The Microbiology laboratory is well-equipped, fully computerised, holds UKAS accreditation, and is approved for training. We currently offer diagnostic microbiology to The Royal Bournemouth Hospital and general practice. The laboratory handles over 250,000 specimens annually.

The successful candidate will be part of the microbiology team providing diagnostic microbiology services, supporting clinical care and infectious disease control within the hospital and community. This varied role requires an adaptable and flexible working ethic. All training will be provided, enabling the candidate to backfill staff leave across sections.

This is an exciting time to join the Dorset pathology team as services are being reconfigured, including the construction of a new pathology hub at Bournemouth.

Working hours are 37.5 per week, including participation in a weekend rota.

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date: TBC

Post-training, MLAs will perform laboratory procedures such as processing diagnostic specimens. Precision, accuracy, and attention to detail are essential, along with providing a professional service to patients and staff.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD, underpinning our interactions with patients, visitors, and colleagues. UHD is investing in service development, with some services potentially relocating temporarily or permanently. Interviewers will address any questions about relocations during interviews.

If the role or service moves, employees will not be eligible for excess mileage reimbursement; travel from home to the new site will be considered a normal commute. Other changes will follow relevant Trust or national policies.

For more details, please read the full job description and person specification attached to this advert.