Medical Laboratory Assistant

Pathology LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant for their Sample Reception Department. The role requires performing routine tests under the guidance of qualified staff, entering patient data into systems, and managing sample handling and distribution. Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented and available for shifts covering the 24/7 operational hours. This position offers a bank contract with flexible hours and requires strong communication skills. Salary is up to £13.85 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with laboratory and clerical tasks.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 service environment.
• Attention to detail in sample handling and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preparation and tests under supervision.
• Enter patient requests into the pathology computer system.
• Assist in handling and distribution of goods and specimens.

Skills

Routine preparation and tests

Analytical processes

Data entry in pathology systems

Tools

Helix

Winpath

Job description

Job Title

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Department

Sample Reception

Location

Northwick Park Hospital, Watford Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 3UJ

Contract / Hours

Bank Contract, Zero hours

Salary range

Up to £13.85 per hour (DOE)

About us

Sonic Healthcare is an internationally renowned healthcare provider with a demonstrable track record of medical services across the world. Headquartered in Sydney, Australia, Sonic is an ASX Top 50 company that has grown to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers, specialising in pathology, radiology and primary care medical centres. We have operations in Australia, the USA, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Ireland and New Zealand. Sonic Healthcare UK encompasses the two main entities in the UK, The Doctors Laboratory (TDL) and Health Services Laboratories (HSL). HSL is a partnership between The Doctors Laboratory (TDL), Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH). HSL was formed to provide pathology services to the NHS Trusts and has expanded further to provide services to other NHS Trusts. Over 3,500 staff work at Sonic Healthcare UK, primarily under the TDL or HSL banner. Our purpose is to deliver medically‑led diagnostics, innovation, value and long‑term investment to healthcare. With our core laboratory based at The Halo Building in London WC1H 9AX, we also have an expanding site in Manchester as well as smaller hospital‑based laboratories across the country. We maintain rigorously high standards of quality, whilst also delivering efficiencies to healthcare through careful workforce planning, pioneering technology and significant investment in infrastructure and IT.

About the role

A vacancy has arisen for a Bank Medical Laboratory Assistant in our Sample Reception Department based at Northwick Park. The role will involve performing routine preparation and tests, including basic analytical processes, accurately and efficiently under the supervision of a qualified BMS, bringing any unusual test requests or results to the attention of the appropriate member of staff. The successful candidate will also be required to enter patient requests into the pathology computer system (Helix and Winpath) and carry out clerical and technical tasks in accordance with sample handling procedures. Staff will be required to assist in handling and distribution of incoming and outgoing goods, equipment, specimens and reagents. The laboratory operates a 24/7 service so the successful candidate will be expected to participate in shifts to cover this time‑frame and to manage all on‑site testing of acutely unwell patients. Hours required 2pm‑10pm. Please read the job description and person specification carefully and ensure that your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required. We respect and value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from diverse communities. PLEASE NOTE: WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS VACANCY AT ANY TIME EVEN IF A CLOSING DATE IS SHOWN HERE OR IN ANY OTHER MEDIA.

Application Information

Vacancy ID: 037709. Closing Date: 27‑Jan‑2026.