Medical Laboratory Assistant / Healthcare Science Assistant

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  • Derby
  • £24,465 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
You will support the Biomedical Scientists by performing a wide variety of laboratory tasks. Duties vary between departments which include the sorting, preparation, processing and handling of blood, urine, tissue and bodily fluids.You should have an interest in science, be self-confident and motivated. You must possess a wide range of skills demonstrating good numeracy and literacy, a high standard of verbal and written English, keyboard data entry skills and attention to detail.You will also be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time whilst preparing samples and inputting data, therefore the ability to multi-task and work flexibly are essential.Your shifts will be set within a 24/7 shift system and there will be a requirement to work nights, weekends and bank holidays on rotation with other team membersNB HCPC portfolioscannot be supported in this area as there is insufficient exposure to the main Laboratory.Previous applicants need not apply.Main duties of the jobYour duties will include:
  • Sample preparation - Identification checks & barcode labelling
  • Data entry - Inputting patient data onto the laboratory computer system
  • Reception duties - Face to face and telephone queries from service users
  • Housekeeping duties
  • Participate in quality & audit work
Closing date: 15/09/2025Interview date: 27/09/2025About usAs a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care TogetherOur fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.In return we will offer:
  • Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
  • On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
  • Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
  • We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
  • We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
  • An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
  • Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
  • Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
  • We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
  • We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
  • UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
DetailsDate posted02 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£24,465 a year paContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number320-CDCS-3805Job locationsRoyal Derby HospitalUttoxeter RoadDerbyDE22 3NEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS EmployersYour application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below). Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorship Impacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS EmployersYour application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • GCSE qualification or equivalent in English, Science & Mathematics
Desirable
  • Good understanding of Health and Safety issues
ExperienceEssential
  • Evidence of previous customer service skills
Desirable
  • Demonstrable laboratory assistant experience
  • Clinical laboratory experience
  • Competent in the use of the laboratory computer systems to input and extract patient data
SkillsEssential
  • Experience of good Keyboard skills
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • GCSE qualification or equivalent in English, Science & Mathematics
Desirable
  • Good understanding of Health and Safety issues
ExperienceEssential
  • Evidence of previous customer service skills
Desirable
  • Demonstrable laboratory assistant experience
  • Clinical laboratory experience
  • Competent in the use of the laboratory computer systems to input and extract patient data
SkillsEssential
  • Experience of good Keyboard skills

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