Medical Lab Assistant (Higher)
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Medical Lab Assistant (Higher)
Band 3 Medical Lab Assistant (Higher) in Virology/Immunology at Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle. Permanent, full-time (37.5 hrs/week). Salary £25,272 to £27,476 per annum. Closing date: 21 May 2026.
Job Summary
Support biomedical scientists in laboratory duties including processing clinical specimens, registration of patients onto the pathology computer system, specimen reception, telephone enquiries, and general housekeeping. Based at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] – [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Pathology Department.
Main Duties
- Process clinical specimens for testing
- Register patients onto pathology computer system
- Handle specimen reception duties
- Answer telephone enquiries
- Perform general housekeeping duties
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we aim to deliver outstanding hospital and health services to half a million people. Established in 2019, we provide rural and remote healthcare across north Cumbria with over 70 services and 6,500 staff. Our principles: clinically led, quality and safety, positive patient experience, great place to work, managing money well.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- NVQ 3 in clinical laboratory support or equivalent (e.g., 2 A levels, laboratory competence training manual, IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 1)
Knowledge & Experience
- Computer Use
- Data Entry
- Equality Issues
- Working in a laboratory environment
Skills & Aptitude
- Ability to use initiative appropriately
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Ability to maintain high standards of work
- Ability to follow procedures and guidelines
Additional Information
This post is subject to DBS check. Sponsorship may be available – see UK Visas and Immigration for details. Benefits include 27-day holiday, flexible working, NHS discounts, pension, and development opportunities. Relocation assistance may be available.
Application Instructions
Apply via the NHS Jobs portal. Ensure supporting information covers all essential criteria. Closing date: 21 May 2026. For questions, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (Infection Sciences Operational Manager).