Medical Laboratory Assistant
The closing date is 13 July 2025
Job summary
Blood Sciences Specimen Reception MLAs assist the Haematology, Immunology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry laboratories in the provision of a high quality and efficient diagnostic service to patients and medical staff.
In accordance with agreed protocols and standard operational procedures, the post-holder will participate in the analysis of biological specimens by receiving, preparing and processing samples. This includes clerical input of patient and test details into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and performing required supportive duties, including:
o Undertaking all administrative duties involved in the receipt and processing of specimens and request forms.
o Undertaking pre and post analytical sample processing.
o Working as an effective team in an efficient, positive and competent manner.
o Helping provides a safe, clean and well-maintained environment
Main duties of the job
Follow procedures, protocols and directives as required providing a high-quality laboratory service.
o To receive, check and distribute samples received by Pathology Reception.
o To partake in the reception of samples for Blood Sciences and the preparation for analysis.
o Complete patient identity checks and to deal with any discrepancies in labelling.
o Barcode specimens and forms and enter requests into the Laboratory Information Management System (WinPath).
o Escalate or complete any additional pre-analytical processing requirements, such as centrifugation, separating or freezing.
About us
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Details
Date posted
08 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-CSS-BR-9693
Job locations
Broomfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broomfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer's website
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