Medical Laboratory Assistant

2 weeks ago


York, York City, United Kingdom York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) at Cellular Pathology Department

Company: Histopathology Service


Job Summary

  • Join a friendly team in the Histopathology department as an enthusiastic and capable MLA.
  • Be involved in day-to-day support work, data-entry, specimen reception, biological testing preparation, equipment maintenance, and administrative tasks.
  • Requires numeracy, teamwork, adaptability, initiative, communication, and organizational skills.

Main Duties of the Job

  • Support Histopathology lab with various tasks.
  • Need numeracy skills, ability to work in a team, show adaptability and initiative, and have good communication and organizational skills.
  • Good keyboard skills and knowledge of pathology IT systems are desirable.
  • Core working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm.

About Us

  • Range of staff benefits including NHS Pension Scheme, holiday days, relocation package, leave options, employee assistance program, car lease, cycle to work scheme, learning opportunities, and discounts.

Job Description

  • A full description of the role is available in the attachment.
  • Across the organization, guided by values of kindness, openness, and pursuit of excellence.
  • Actively promoting diversity and inclusive application process.
  • Consideration for flexible working from the start of employment.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

  • Gold Award from Defence Employer Recognition Scheme supporting Defence personnel applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

  • Strong encouragement for staff to be vaccinated to protect patients, staff, and community.

Person Specification

  • Education, Qualifications, and Training
    • Essential
    • Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent with Maths and English at grade 4 or above.
    • Desirable
    • Lab-based qualification or equivalent in a science-related subject.
  • Experience and Knowledge
    • Essential
    • Previous experience working in a clinical laboratory environment and knowledge of laboratory health and safety.
    • Desirable
    • Experience in supervision and staff training.
  • Skills & Attributes
    • Essential
    • Strong communication, problem-solving, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
    • Aptitude & Personal Qualities
    • Ability to work in a team or alone, remain calm under pressure, and exhibit diplomacy and interpersonal skills.
  • Values and Behaviours
    • Essential
    • Demonstrate organizational values and behaviors: we are Kind, Open, and pursue Excellence.


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