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
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
2 September 2026
Last checked
3 September 2026
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