Specialist Medical Laboratory Assistant - Point of Care

Spacecreators bv; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Salisbury is looking for a Specialist Medical Laboratory Assistant to work in the Laboratory Medicine department. This full-time role requires a friendly individual with a science background, excellent keyboard and communication skills. Responsibilities include supporting point-of-care services across clinical areas, ensuring efficient laboratory practices. Experience in a fast-paced environment is beneficial, and training will be provided. This position is essential for maintaining high-quality services within the Trust.

Qualifications

• Literate and numerate individuals preferred.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment is essential.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods while performing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision in various clinical areas.
• Maintain good laboratory practices and provide safe services.

Skills

Keyboard and data entry skills

Good communication skills

Ability to follow protocols

Ability to work independently

Organise own workload

Ability to work under pressure

Education

GCSE English or equivalent

NVQ 3 equivalent in a science-related subject

Tools

Laboratory information management systems

Standard IT packages

Job description

Job Summary

The Laboratory Medicine department has a vacancy for a Specialist Medical Laboratory Assistant in the Point of Care Section. We are looking for a friendly, upbeat person who is practical, has an interest in science, and is comfortable working with and training a variety of staffing groups across the hospital.

The role is based in Laboratory Medicine but involves visiting and supporting point‑of‑care services in clinical areas across the Trust. It is a full‑time position of 37.5 hours per week, although part‑time options may be considered.

Training will be provided; previous medical laboratory experience is desirable. Successful candidates will be literate, numerate and have excellent keyboard skills. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Main Duties

The post holder will work under direct and indirect supervision on wards and in departments that use POCT devices, learning and maintaining good laboratory practice to provide an efficient, safe service for users and ultimately patients.

Job Description & Responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential

Qualifications

• GCSE English or equivalentlevel standard qualifications or NVQ 3 equivalent in a science‑related subject

Skills

• Keyboard and data entry skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to follow protocols
• Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Organise own workload
• Use own initiative and work flexibly
• Recognise and work within own limitations
• Ability to concentrate for long periods whilst at task

Experience (Essential)

• Experience of working in a fast‑paced environment
• Competence in standard IT packages

Desirable

Experience

• Experience contributing to planning of changes and service improvements
• Experience carrying out routine tasks
• Understanding of Health & Safety requirements, including COSHH regulations
• Understanding of UKAS requirements

Additional

• Experience working as an MLA in a laboratory environment
• Knowledge of laboratory information management computer systems
• Experience training and assessing skills and competency
• Experience problem‑solving

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Odstock Road
 Salisbury
 SP2 8BJ

Website: https://www.salisbury.nhs.uk/