Job overview

Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services (BSPS) is one of the largest NHS-led pathology networks in the UK, formed in partnership between Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, Royal Surrey County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.

This role is based at Wexham Park Hospital and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a busy and progressive pathology service.

 As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you will support the scientific and technical staff in the receipt, preparation, and processing of patient samples to ensure accurate and timely results.

The post requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to health, safety, and quality standards. Please note: this position is not suitable for graduates seeking progression to a Biomedical Scientist role.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will work as part of the pathology team to provide an efficient, accurate, and timely service to all users of the department. Duties include receiving, labelling, and booking samples onto the laboratory information system to ensure rapid turnaround times.
• The role also involves preparing specimens for analysis, maintaining accurate records, and supporting laboratory staff in the delivery of a high-quality diagnostic service.
• The post holder will primarily be based at Frimley Park Hospital but may occasionally work at the Royal Surrey County Hospital.
• Essential qualities include efficiency, good organisation, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Good keyboard skills are desirable.
• The successful candidate will be a reliable team player, open to learning and developing new skills, with full training and ongoing professional development provided.

Working for our organisation

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available. 

Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.

We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.

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