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Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Bath, BA1 2AR

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

16 September 2026

11 days left

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic, accurate and motivated Medical Laboratory Assistant (Clinical Support Workers) to join our team in Cellular Pathol...

Working as part of a team your main duties will include data inputting of histopathology samples, slide and block filing, using the pathology computer system (Ultra), receiving and delivering stores, assisting in the Histology and Cytology sections supporting our professional team (including Biomedical Scientists and Medical Consultants) and preparing multi-disciplinary clinico-pathological meetings.

Responsible for carrying out all laboratory support tasks that do not require Biomedical Scientist State Registration.

The laboratory analyses histological and cytological specimens from hospital and GP patients. MLAs support the process of pathology testing by performing duties related to receipt and preparation of samples, as well as other duties that contribute to the delivery of a full pathology service.

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • Previous Laboratory or hospital experience.
  • Be involved with processing pathological specimens of all kinds.
  • Ability and willingness to learn and develop in role

Desirable

  • Cellular Pathology Laboratory experience
  • Pathology or patient data inputting

Specific

Essential

  • Able to work well within a team
  • Good attention to detail - accuracy

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

2 September 2026

Last checked

3 September 2026

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About the employer

RUH
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

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