Tissue Diagnostics MLA - Part-Time Lab Support

Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust; Swineshead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A major NHS foundation trust in the United Kingdom is looking for a part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant to work 30 hours weekly over four days. The role involves specimen reception, sample processing, and general lab duties, including microtomy and equipment maintenance. Candidates should have good numeracy and IT skills, ideally with GCSE qualifications in English and Mathematics. Training will be provided, and participation in a rota, including weekends, is required upon achieving competencies.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Experience with process adherence and standard operating procedures is an advantage.
• Confidence in using IT and complex equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of tissue diagnostics for NHS Trusts.
• Perform specimen reception, data entry, and sample processing.
• Participate in equipment maintenance and slide filing tasks.

Skills

Good numeracy and literacy skills

IT proficiency

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE Grade C or above in Mathematics and English

Job description

A major NHS foundation trust in the United Kingdom is looking for a part-time Medical Laboratory Assistant to work 30 hours weekly over four days. The role involves specimen reception, sample processing, and general lab duties, including microtomy and equipment maintenance. Candidates should have good numeracy and IT skills, ideally with GCSE qualifications in English and Mathematics. Training will be provided, and participation in a rota, including weekends, is required upon achieving competencies.