Phlebotomist/Medical laboratory Assistant - Scunthorpe

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Trust; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional NHS trust in Scunthorpe is seeking compassionate Phlebotomists/Medical Laboratory Assistants for their Blood Sciences team. This part-time role involves supporting patient care, taking blood samples, and assisting in various tasks across locations. Applicants should possess good communication skills and a flexible approach. The position offers full training and promotes a healthy work-life balance through flexible working options. The advert will close on 6 Jan 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in phlebotomy and/or medical laboratory skills is an advantage.
• Good communication skills, flexibility and the ability to work within a team are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the blood test booking line and pathology reception.
• Take blood samples from patients in the Pathology Department.
• Work in the sample reception area.
• Load samples onto analytical equipment.
• Assist with cross-site work in Goole and other locations as required.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical laboratory skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Vacancy at Northern Lincolnshire & Goole NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for compassionate, flexible Phlebotomists / Medical Laboratory Assistants to join our Blood Sciences team.

Positions Available

• 1 × 20‑hour week – 3 days (MLA/Phlebotomist)
• 1 × 16‑hour week – 4 days (Phlebotomist/MLA)

Duties and responsibilities

• Support the blood test booking line and pathology reception – meet & greet patients.
• Take blood samples from patients in the Pathology Department and ward areas.
• Work in the sample reception area.
• Load samples onto analytical equipment.
• Assist with cross‑site work in Goole and other locations as required.

Working hours

Hours: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Optional participation in the weekend staffing rota (rotational basis, 8:00 am – 8:00 pm).

Training and development

Full training will be provided, including theory and practical competency assessments.

Qualifications and skills

• Previous experience in phlebotomy and/or medical laboratory skills is an advantage.
• Good communication skills, flexibility and the ability to work within a team are essential.

Employer commitments

We support flexible working to promote a healthy work‑life balance. Flexible working is supported and encouraged. We are committed to creating a fair and supportive working environment, protecting the physical and mental health and well‑being of staff.

Legal and safety information

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children/vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. All new employees starting work will be charged for the cost of a DBS check if required for the role.

Equal opportunities

We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of people’s age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances.

Additional information

The Northern Lincolnshire & Goole NHS Foundation Trust is part of a large acute and community NHS group, serving over 1.6 million people via five main hospital sites. Your work will be across Scunthorpe General Hospital, Goole, and the Community Diagnostic Centre.

Should we receive a high volume of applications the advert may close earlier than stated. This advert closes on Tuesday 6 Jan 2026. For more detailed information, please read the full job description.

To learn more about Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust, visit https://joinnlag.co.uk/