Medical Laboratory Assistant - Specimen Reception

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Chichester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chichester is looking for a focused and methodical Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Specimen Reception team. The role involves pre-analytical sample preparation and data entry in a fast-paced environment while interacting with patients. The position offers flexible hours, primarily between 08:00 and 20:00. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and experience in data entry using laboratory systems. Your contributions will directly support patient care and a collaborative team approach.

Benefits

Flexible working to support work-life balance

Diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail, manual dexterity and ability to follow defined protocols.
• Experience of manually entering patient information quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Pre-analytical sample sorting and preparation.
• Interacting with patients and booking appointments.
• Data entry of patient and specimen details.
• Processing stock and consumable requests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Ability to follow protocols

Quick data entry on systems

Tools

ICE

Winpath

Job description

Overview

The Pathology Support Service at University Hospitals Sussex is looking to recruit a focused and methodical Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) to join the Specimen Reception team at St Richard's Hospital in Chichester. Working as part of a large and diverse team of support staff to provide an efficient and effective pre and post analytical service to the Blood Science laboratory, in accordance with the training and operational requirements of the department.

This post is a Permanent Position, 15 Hours Per Week

The successful applicant will be expected to work flexibly between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00 Monday to Sunday; however our core operational hours are currently 11:00 and 18:00 Monday to Friday. In addition there is also the requirement to work public holidays on a rota basis.

Responsibilities

• Pre-analytical sample sorting, preparation, data entry, receipt of stock, attending to telephone queries from service users and adhering to health & safety responsibilities.
• Provide support in the Pathology Office which involves interacting with patients, booking appointments and liaising with clinical staff.
• Assist in the receipt, verification and preparation of patient samples.
• Data entry of patient and specimen details onto the Pathology IT system.
• Process stock and consumable requests from service users.

Qualifications and Skills

• Good attention to detail, manual dexterity and the ability to follow defined protocols whilst working quickly but effectively under pressure.
• Experience of manually entering patient information quickly and accurately onto laboratory computer systems, including ICE and Winpath, would be advantageous.

Additional Information

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack and wellbeing programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including flexible working to support work life balance. We know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope you are choosing UHSx for a long and happy career where you can see the difference you make and feel valued for all you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSx.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Alison Jones or Jordan Reed
Job title: Pathology Support Service Managers
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]

For more information or an informal discussion about this vacancy please contact the senior management team using the email address below, or telephone one of the following individuals directly:
[e-mail]
Alison Jones, Patient & Specimen Reception Team Leader - Ext 33600.
Jordan Reed, Head of Pathology Support Services - 07979701429