Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cosham, PO6 3LY
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	1 Oct 2026

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Summary

Specimen reception and maintaining accurate records. Handle enquiries (telephone and face-to-face) in an effective and efficient manner and according to departmental procedures. Booking on/requesting of cases on LIMS. Assist specimen dissection team and with the processing of specimens. Equipment maintenance. Stock and consumables management. Archiving of blocks and slides. Paratrimming and processor maintenance Embedding of blocks under the supervision of the BMS team Microtomy under the supervision of the BMS team Internal quality control under the supervision of the BMS team Complete all training and always follow standard operating procedures. Help the department maintain UKAS accreditation. Outsourcing of specimens Keep accurate records for samples which will act as an audit trail in the event of mistakes or problems. Perform general clerical duties, as required. Assist with specific tasks/projects (commensurate with experience) delegated by more senior staff. Participate in laboratory routine work as required under the direction and supervision of qualified staff in line with standard operating procedures. Organise and prioritise their own workload and inform colleagues of any outstanding tasks Please note this role does not offer sponsorship For further information about the role please refer to the Job Description.

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