Medical Laboratory Assistant, Cellular Pathology Department
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Job Title: Medical Laboratory Assistant
Department: Cellular Pathology
Location: Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow, Essex (CM20 1QX)
Contract / Hours: Permanent / 37.5 hours per week
Salary range: Up to £25,800 per annum 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 world’s 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.
About the role
Exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team in Cellular Pathology diagnostics at Princess Alexandra Hospital Site. We all know those long hours, and the laser focus it takes to get it right. Every result you handle doesn’t just sit on a screen – it makes a real difference to patients’ lives. If you want a role where your skills actually get noticed and you’re part of something that matters, then this is it. Join our team as a Medical Laboratory Assistant where you can support our team in processing diagnostic specimens for our patients. Our labs are going through some exciting changes with a fresh pathology and phlebotomy service, backed by serious investments in new kit and better ways of working, all part of the Herts and West Essex Integrated Care Boards plan to modernise things.
* Be a part of the transformation: Since March 2025, we have been rolling out a new service with upgraded tech and a top‑notch lab set up, aligned with the wider HSL consolidated service model at 60 Whitfield Street.
* Permanent and full time, covering 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30am‑5pm). Working patterns will be agreed with the Head of Department to support service and work‑life balance.
* Team vibe: We work hard but support each other and celebrate wins, big or small.
* Work that counts: From slide prep to reporting, you help get the right diagnosis to the right patient, FAST.
Benefits
* Training and development opportunities supporting professional development
* Annual salary review – no banding restrictions; salaries negotiated based on experience
* Discounted gym membership via Better Gyms scheme
* Cash healthcare plan with cashback on various healthcare costs including dentist and opticians
* Sick Pay Entitlement: 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 months qualifying period)
* Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing
* Season ticket loan scheme: interest‑free loan for annual travel ticket cost
* Perkbox – access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high‑street discounts
* Company pension scheme – company and staff contributions that increase with service
* Competitive annual leave allowance: 28 days
* Flexible working hours – support and flexibility around shift patterns and working schedules
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.
Senior Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Science
Industries
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
Vacancy ID : 037526 Closing Date : 21-Jan-2026
Contact Person: Lisa Greenhalgh
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