Cellular Pathology Administrative Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £25,272.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £25272.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Portsmouth, PO6 3LY |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C8192-26-0130 |
Summary
Job Purpose: The Histopathology Department at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust is a key diagnostic service supporting Cancer Services and multiple specialties. We process around 42,000 cases and generate over 350,000 slides annually. We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Administrative Assistant to join our busy and friendly Cellular Pathology office. You will support Consultant Pathologists, MDT Coordinators, and laboratory staff to help deliver a high-quality, efficient service that directly impacts patient care. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with excellent attention to detail, strong IT and communication skills, and a proactive approach to teamwork in a healthcare environment. The post holder will be required: To perform all duties to the best of the post holders ability under conditions which are often stressful due to time constraints, staffing levels, environmental conditions and nature of samples received. To participate in an annual appraisal and personal development review and appraise lower grade staff. To demonstrate continual professional development to maintain skills and knowledge and maintain essential skills compliance. To co-operate with other departmental and hospital staff to promote awareness of the professional image of Pathology throughout the Trust. To co-operate with other departmental and hospital staff to promote awareness of the professional image of Pathology throughout the Trust Proven experience as an administrative assistant or in a similar role. For additional information please see attached Job description.