Medical Laboratory Assistant, Infection Sciences Department

Pathology LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An advanced healthcare provider in London is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to support daily operations in the Microbiology laboratory. The successful candidate will prepare specimens, maintain equipment, and assist with routine diagnostic analytical work. Full-time hours are 37.5 per week, with a salary of up to £27,008 per annum based on experience. This position offers extensive benefits, including annual salary reviews, corporate gym membership, and a comprehensive pension scheme.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Corporate gym membership

Cash healthcare plan

Sick pay

Life assurance

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme

Competitive annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory setting preferred.
• Understanding of microbiological procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily running of the laboratory section.
• Book, receive, and prepare specimens for investigations.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and environment.

Skills

Routine diagnostic work

Specimen preparation

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Stock management

Communication with healthcare professionals

Education

Relevant healthcare qualification

Job description

About Sonic Healthcare UK

Sonic Healthcare is an internationally renowned healthcare provider headquartered in Sydney, Australia. It operates across Australia, the USA, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, Ireland and New Zealand. In the UK, Sonic Healthcare is delivered through The Doctors Laboratory (TDL) and Health Services Laboratories (HSL), a partnership with the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH). The company employs over 3,500 staff and provides high‑standard pathology, radiology and primary care services.

About the Role

Position: Medical Laboratory Assistant
Location: 1 Mabledon Place, WC1H 9AX, London
Contract / Hours: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week (5 pm–9 pm Monday‑Friday, 4‑hour shift 1:4 Saturdays; Saturday hours returned as time in lieu)
Salary Range: Up to £27,008 per annum, DOE

As a Medical Laboratory Assistant in the Infection Sciences department, you will support the daily operations of the Microbiology laboratory section. Your duties will include performing routine diagnostic analytical work, booking and receiving specimens, preparing samples according to protocols, maintaining equipment, managing reagent and stock inventories, and liaising with senior scientists, clinicians and other healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily running of the laboratory section and routine diagnostic analytical work.
• Book, receive and prepare specimens for microbiological investigations according to defined protocols.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring a clean, safe and fully operational environment.
• Track and manage reagent, stock and other laboratory supplies, keeping records up to date.
• Discuss ambiguous test requests with senior scientists or clinicians and answer enquiries from hospital and community staff.
• Participate in training and development opportunities, including internal seminars and online educational material.

Benefits

• Training and development opportunities supporting professional growth.
• Annual salary review with no banding restrictions.
• Corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms.
• Cash healthcare plan with cashback on dental and optician costs.
• Sick pay: 5 paid days in the first year, 20 days thereafter.
• Permanent health insurance and death in service cover.
• Life assurance providing salary continuation for long‑term illness (six‑month qualifying period).
• Employee Assurance Programme supporting staff well‑being.
• Season ticket loan scheme: interest‑free loan for travel tickets.
• Perkbox access to additional staff perks and benefits.
• Company pension scheme with increasing contributions based on service.
• Competitive annual leave allowance: 28 days.
• Flexible working hours with support for shift pattern flexibility.

Application Notes

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.

Mention the vacancy ID (037586) and the closing date (16‑Jan‑2026) in your application. The vacancy may be closed at any time if the employer decides to do so.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and appreciate diversity in our workforce.