Out Of Hours Medical Laboratory Assistant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

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Out Of Hours Medical Laboratory Assistant, London

Client: The London Clinic

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 049c87df2574

Job Views: 6

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

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Out Of Hours Medical Laboratory Assistant - Internal Applicants Only

Vacancy type: Permanent

Area of specialism: Allied Health Professionals

Role type: Laboratory & Scientists

Summary of role

Out Of Hours Medical Laboratory Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for an Out Of Hours Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Pathology team based at The London Clinic in central London, W1G 6BW. The salary is competitive and depends on skills and experience.

The London Clinic Pathology department is committed to providing excellent service. It is accredited by UKAS under ISO15189:2012, with additional accreditations for stem cell services (JACIE) and regulation by the HTA and MHRA.

Our services include allergy, biochemistry, endocrinology, haematology, blood transfusion, histology, cytology, immunology, microbiology, and stem cell services.

Job Profile

The MLA works in sample reception, supporting biomedical scientists (BMS) in pathology areas when needed.

Job Type: Full-time, permanent, 37.5 hours/week.

Shifts: Monday – Friday, with weekend cover as required, predominantly night shifts (7:00 pm - 8:00 am) on a three-week rota, including every third weekend.

Location: The London Clinic’s Pathology Department, 116 Harley Street, London W1G 7JL.

Salary: Competitive, based on skills and experience.

Closing Date: 21st January 2024

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme (up to 20%)
• Private Medical Healthcare
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Season ticket travel loan, family benefits, retail discounts, and more
• Career development opportunities, further education access

Key Duties

• Identify and sort samples from wards, outpatients, GPs, and external sources
• Label and centrifuge samples for testing
• Handle improperly labelled specimens according to policy, investigate mislabelled/mislaid samples, inform requesters
• Charge patient accounts using Meditech
• Input patient test data accurately, check for discrepancies, and notify senior staff

Skills & Experience

• Pathology or scientific background required
• Experience in medical or pathology departments preferred
• Computer literacy and customer service skills
• Teamwork ability

The London Clinic is committed to safeguarding and promoting diversity. Pre-employment checks, including DBS, are part of our recruitment process. We welcome applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.