Medical Laboratory Assistant, Specimen Reception
| Posting date: | 12 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £25,768.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £25768.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 November 2025 |
| Location: | Stanwell, TW15 3AA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9323-25-0658 |
Summary
You will be expected to assist with the receipt, prioritisation and pre-analytical processing of potentially infectious samples. You will also be required to use some basic laboratory devices such as a centrifuge by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), under supervision as required. There will be regular interaction with healthcare professional by telephone and in person at the reception hatch. There will also be interaction with drivers, engineers and members of the general public as the reception is the main point of entrance to pathology. You will need to have good computer skills as request entry is an essential part of the role. You will need to have good verbal communication skills as answering frequent telephone queries and personal interactions are a routine activity. You will need to maintain focus as some tasks are repetitive in nature. You will need to demonstrate good written communication skills as documentation is an essential part of good laboratory practice. You will need to have good listening skills and be able to both receive instruction and communicate your responses and suggestions effectively. You may need to work flexibly, including late shift and weekend participation as necessary. An understanding of basic biomedical terminology and equipment is desirable. Appreciation and demonstration of the trusts core values is also desirable.