Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Worthing; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Worthing is seeking a Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant to join their Chemistry team. This full-time role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a focus on professional development. Key responsibilities include assisting with the analysis of biological specimens and participating in a new shift system. The ideal candidate will have relevant laboratory experience and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in receipt, registration, preparation, and analysis of pathological specimens.
• Ability to work during nights, weekends, and bank holidays as part of a 24/7 shift system.
• Commitment to a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist team members with laboratory processes and specimen handling.
• Participate in the implementation of a new 24/7 shift system.

Skills

Teamwork

Laboratory analysis

Patient care

Education

Relevant laboratory experience

Job description

Be among the first 25 applicants (posted 1 week ago).

Looking for a rewarding career by the coast? Join our friendly and forward-thinking Chemistry team at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Based mainly at Worthing Hospital, with support to Chichester’s St Richard’s site, you’ll enjoy the work-life balance of living in two of the South East’s most desirable coastal towns. Worthing offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle with a wide choice of cafés, restaurants, and shops, all set against the backdrop of a beautiful beach. The seafront and surrounding countryside encourage an active, healthy work-life balance – perfect for those who enjoy running, cycling, water sports, or simply unwinding by the sea.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant post in Chemistry.

We offer a supportive environment, excellent development opportunities, and access to well-equipped labs. The laboratory is implementing a 24/7 shift system during 2025/26 which the post holder will be expected to fully participate in (including nights, weekends and bank holidays) subject to competency assessment. Help shape the future of diagnostics at UHSussex — where innovation, learning, and community thrive.

To assist other team members in the receipt, registration, preparation and analysis of pathological specimens for Biochemistry. To assist in the administration of the department as directed.

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme, for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because 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 & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop. We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application & 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: Aidan Wickham
Job title: Lead BMS
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01243 788122
01243 788122 ext 33591

Key Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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