Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant – Pathology & Blood Sciences

NHS; North East; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization is seeking a Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant in North East England. Key responsibilities include processing 1500-2000 samples daily, ensuring quality care, and various clerical tasks. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in CLS and exceptional communication skills. This is a full-time permanent position with a salary range of £24,937 to £26,598 per year, requiring shift work. The role is critical for the Department of Blood Sciences and supports patient care across multiple Trust sites.

Qualifications

• NVQ 3 CLS or equivalent is essential.
• IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 1 required or demonstrable competency.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary for general duties.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise urgent samples to avoid delays.
• Book patient samples onto the Laboratory Computer System.
• Centrifuge samples and load them onto laboratory analysers.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer literate

Keyboard skills

Education

NVQ 3 CLS or equivalent

IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 1

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

A public health organization is seeking a Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant in North East England. Key responsibilities include processing 1500-2000 samples daily, ensuring quality care, and various clerical tasks. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 in CLS and exceptional communication skills. This is a full-time permanent position with a salary range of £24,937 to £26,598 per year, requiring shift work. The role is critical for the Department of Blood Sciences and supports patient care across multiple Trust sites.