Medical Laboratory Assistant - Virology

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established UK healthcare provider is seeking a full-time laboratory technician to assist in preparing specimens for analysis. Responsibilities include maintaining and calibrating equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and managing stock levels. This role requires adherence to quality control standards, and candidates should be proficient in relevant health and safety practices. The position offers a salary range between £24,937 and £26,598 annually, with a closing date of 12/02/2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and skills for preparation of specimens for processing.
• Ability to undertake maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• Compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge for specimen preparation.
• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Manage stock control and order supplies as needed.

Job description

£24,937.00 to £26,598.00 per year, £24937.00 - £26598.00 a year

Contract Type:

Contract

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

12/02/2026

About this job

Key Responsibilities To develop the knowledge and skills required for the preparation of specimens for processing relevant to the department (within departmental scope of practice and SOPs). Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and work within HSE and departmental Health and Safety regulations.

Undertake day to day maintenance, calibration, control, troubleshooting and operation of all routine and specialised equipment within the section(s), as directed by department Comply with all quality standards and adhere to the quality management systems pertaining to the department.

Stock control and where directed the ordering of supplies as required.

Ensure compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, working on own initiative with supervision available.

Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies and legislation For full details, please refer to the attached job description and person specification

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