Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Medical Laboratory Assistant

The closing date is 16 July 2025

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic person interested in laboratory work? We are looking for a Medical Laboratory Assistant in the Biochemistry department to join our busy, friendly team in Chelmsford.

In accordance with agreed protocols and standard operational procedures, you will participate in the analysis of biological samples by receiving, preparing and processing samples under the supervision of Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered staff.

This includes clerical input of patient and test details into the laboratory computer system and performing required supportive duties, for example preparation of reagents, administrative and clerical tasks, and maintenance of equipment.

May close early due to number of applications

No VISA sponsorship available for this role

Main duties of the job

The role of a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) is essential for the laboratory to provide a safe and efficient service by providing support to qualified Biomedical Scientists.

An MLA working in the laboratory will perform duties such as receiving samples into the department, registering them onto the computer system, preparing the samples for analysis, performing some maintenance tasks on laboratory equipment, loading samples onto analysers, filing and retrieval of samples, preparing reagents, collecting data, answering queries and general housekeeping and administrative tasks.

The role will include rotation through the various sections of the Biochemistry department.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Date posted

08 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 a year Per Annum ( Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-CSS-BR-9694

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Medical Laboratory Assistant role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you?

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting Medical Laboratory Assistant role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you?

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good level of education e.g. GCSEs or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Experience of working as a team
Experience of following SOP's

Desirable

To have demonstrable experience working in a biochemistry laboratory setting

Skills

Essential

Good written communication skills, demonstrated throughout application
Able to maintain focus and concentration for extended periods of time

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Good level of education e.g. GCSEs or equivalent

Experience

Essential

Experience of working as a team
Experience of following SOP's

Desirable

To have demonstrable experience working in a biochemistry laboratory setting

Skills

Essential

Good written communication skills, demonstrated throughout application
Able to maintain focus and concentration for extended periods of time

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)