Medical Laboratory Assistant

Overview

Join the Pathology Specimen Reception team at Frimley Park Hospital in a role critical to processing and recording patient samples accurately, supporting the pathology services that serve hospitals, GPs, and private healthcare providers across a broad region.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Blood Sciences team by receiving, sorting, and preparing blood, bodily fluids, and other patient specimens with precision.
• Label specimens accurately and enter data into the Pathology computer system to maintain a seamless workflow.
• Perform general laboratory and clerical duties to uphold service quality and efficiency.
• Maintain communication with team leaders and senior lab staff to minimize errors and ensure timely task completion.
• Assist with electronic production and distribution of pathology reports, respond to telephone inquiries, and handle authorized test result dissemination.
• Liaise with external laboratories for tests not conducted onsite and interact with clinical staff regarding sample discrepancies or missing data.
• Advise specimen collection procedures according to pathology guidelines and provide patient instructions for specific collections such as 24-hour urine samples.
• Greet laboratory visitors professionally and maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all tasks performed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum GCSEs at grade A* to C (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English Language, and two science subjects.
• Previous experience working in a pathology specimen reception or similar clinical environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems such as Winpath and Enterprise.
• Experience in busy work settings is advantageous.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong typing and keyboard proficiency.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage work efficiently.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology is desirable.
• Excellent communication abilities and a positive, team-oriented mindset.
• Flexibility with work hours to support service needs.

Additional Information

• Not suitable for those seeking a Biomedical Scientist trainee role or recent graduates aiming for such progression.
• This role does not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship; applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK throughout the contract.
• Emphasizes work-life balance and supports flexible working arrangements to accommodate staff needs.
• The Trust is committed to inclusive employment practices, sustainability, digital innovation, and continuous service improvement.

About Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

The Trust serves over 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey, and South Buckinghamshire with a comprehensive investment in healthcare facilities and services. They focus on sustainable practices and digital advancements like the Epic electronic patient record to deliver high-quality, connected care. Their organizational values foster a compassionate, innovative, and sustainable healthcare environment.