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
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being 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.
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-9695
Job locations
Broomfield
Court road Broomfield Hospital
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broomfield
Court road Broomfield Hospital
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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