Medical Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology

Transformationunitgm; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Medical Laboratory Assistant in Microbiology. This part-time role offers the chance to support diagnostic services in a well-equipped laboratory, contributing to patient care and infection control. With a commitment to flexibility and teamwork, you'll play a key role in a dynamic environment. Enjoy the benefits of working in a picturesque area with a healthy work/life balance, while being part of a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to excellence in healthcare. This is an exciting opportunity to grow and make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Good general education, numerate & literate, A-levels or equivalent.
• Vocational NVQ2 required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Process diagnostic specimens with precision and accuracy.
• Provide professional service to patients and staff.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Following Protocols

Education

A-levels or Equivalent

Vocational NVQ2

Job description

Main area: Microbiology
Grade Band: 2
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part-time - 30 hours per week (Full Flexibility Required)
Job ref: 153-SP04514

Employer: University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Type: NHS
Site: Royal Bournemouth Hospital
Town: Bournemouth
Salary: £24,169 pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing date: 21/05/2025 23:59

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Microbiology

Band 2

As University Hospitals Dorset, we are a three-site acute trust with ‘university hospital’ status through our partnership with Bournemouth University, working with an annual budget of £730m.

We offer highly regarded health services, employing approximately 10,000 staff. Our ambitious £250m estates programme is progressing to deliver state-of-the-art facilities within the next two years to meet healthcare needs.

Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with over seven miles of sandy beaches, we provide opportunities for a healthy work/life balance. The area includes the New Forest and the Purbecks, and is less than three hours from London by road or train. Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch are nearby thriving towns, with scenic villages and landscapes.

We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive environment, welcoming applications from underrepresented community groups. Our active staff networks include the Women’s Network, BAME, Pride, European, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces Support Group. We are committed to the Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant schemes.

Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Microbiology department. The laboratory is well-equipped, fully computerised, UKAS accredited, and approved for training. It handles over 250,000 specimens annually and provides diagnostic microbiology services to The Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Poole Hospital, and general practices.

The successful candidate will support the microbiology team in providing diagnostic services, contributing to patient care and infection control, supporting Biomedical Scientists and staff. The role is varied and requires flexibility. Training will be provided, and the role includes covering staff leave across sections.

This is an exciting time as services are being reconfigured across Dorset.

Working hours are 30 per week, including participation in a weekend rota.

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date: TBC

Main duties of the job

Post-training, MLAs will perform laboratory procedures including processing diagnostic specimens. Precision, accuracy, and attention to detail are essential. They will provide professional, helpful service to patients and staff.

Working for our organisation

Our values underpin our identity as #TeamUHD, guiding how we treat patients, visitors, and colleagues. UHD is investing in service development and transformation, with some services moving sites either temporarily or long-term. Interviewers will clarify any questions regarding relocations. Note that if a role moves, employees will not be reimbursed for excess mileage, and normal commute considerations apply.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more details, please read the attached full job description and person specification documents.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Good general education, numerate & literate, A-levels or equivalent
• Vocational NVQ2

Technical Skills

• High accuracy in work
• Ability to follow detailed protocols
• Effective team collaboration skills

Experience

• Laboratory or hospital environment experience

Please note:

Staff must be flexible to work across all Trust locations as service demands require.

This advert may close early if sufficient applications are received.

While COVID-19 vaccination is not mandatory, it is encouraged for staff to protect themselves and patients.

Internal candidates employed before the merger will be appointed under UHD terms and conditions.