Medical Laboratory Assistants

Medical Laboratory Assistant – Specimen Reception

We are looking for Medical Laboratory Assistants to join our Specimen Reception team in the Blood Sciences Pathology Department at Ipswich Hospital. This is a fixed‑term secondment, full‑time (37.5 hours per week) role based in our pathology laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Collect, label and process pathology samples for pre‑analytics.
• Enter sample data into the laboratory information system.
• Identify and report mislabelled or misplaced specimens, unsuitable samples, or process failures.
• Assist with stock control and usage management.
• Work a variety of shifts over a 24‑hour period, including evenings, weekends and nights.
• Support technical staff to maintain a safe and effective service.
• Participate in cross‑training to extend skill set as needed.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (A‑C) or equivalent.
• Demonstrable knowledge of routine and non‑routine healthcare science duties equivalent to an NVQ level 3/diploma.
• Practical experience working in a Biomedical Science laboratory.
• Previous NHS experience preferred.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to supervise less experienced staff and demonstrate own work.

Benefits

• Flexible working options including unsocial hours payments where applicable.
• 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro‑rata).
• Generous pension scheme.
• Access to a range of NHS discounts.
• Wide range of training and development opportunities.

To apply, please submit your application through the official channel.

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