NHS

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Cellular Pathology

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Salary

£0 to £55

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Part time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will help run a busy cell pathology lab, handling samples and supporting scientists in diagnosing disease. The role suits careful, team‑oriented people who like practical work.

What you'll need

  • GCSEs (including science) or equivalent qualifications
  • Ability to follow strict health and safety procedures
  • Good attention to detail when handling samples
  • Basic computer skills for data entry

How to boost your chances

  • Highlight any lab or science experience on your CV
  • Mention teamwork and reliability in your application
  • Familiarise yourself with NHS lab safety basics beforehand
  • Prepare examples of following detailed instructions

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Job description

Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. Job overview We are looking for a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) to work in our friendly, well-equipped Cellular Pathology department, which processes approximately 35,000 samples per year. Our work contributes to the initial detection and diagnosis of cancer and other diseases for patients attending Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foun…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

21 September 2026

Last checked

21 September 2026

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About the employer

HHN
Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

NHS organisation

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