Job Summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Medical Laboratory Assistant to work in our fast‑paced medical laboratories in South Essex. Pathology First is a partnership between SYNLAB and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, supporting Basildon and Thurrock Hospitals, Southend Hospital and more than 200 GP practices. It provides services to a population of 750,000 in the East of England and performs around 56,000 tests every day.
We operate in state‑of‑the‑art laboratories, equipment, and fully integrated IT systems. We have optimised laboratory layouts and improved processes so they are more efficient, enabling us to make the best use of people, time and resources. This role will be based between three sites – two in Basildon and one in Southend – and will be a full shift rotation including nights.
About Us
SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers, and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering. We operate in increasingly diverse environments, reflected in our workforce, clientele, suppliers, communities, and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract, and retain diverse and talented people.
We promote an open and collaborative culture with leaders acting as role models, facilitating two‑way communication, engaging staff and stakeholders transparently, and encouraging feedback. SYNLAB UK & Ireland is a committed equal opportunities employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.
Job Description
This essential role ensures our patients' biological samples are efficiently and safely handled following due health and safety protocols and accurately registered in our in‑house laboratory IT system (WinPath enterprise). This enables tests to be processed and results issued in appropriate time‑frames.
The role also involves communicating with patients, hospital staff, and other departments, and performing other administrative duties. Candidates must have passion for patient care, a background in a healthcare setting, manual dexterity, and accuracy in entering patient information into the Laboratory Information System. Work will be in a team and also independently, with a range of shifts (0800‑1600, 1000‑1800, 1100‑1900, 1200‑2000), including weekends.
Person Specification
Essential
* 4 GCSEs at Grade A‑C or equivalent, including Maths and English
* High standard of typing proficiency
* High standard of accuracy and attention to detail
Desirable
* Previous data entry experience
* Customer service focused experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Job Details
Salary: £24,320 to £24,465 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full‑time
Reference Number: E0307-26-0001
Job Locations:
* I P P Pathology First, Bentalls, Basildon, Essex, SS14 3BY
* Southend Hospital NHS Trust, Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff‑on‑Sea, Essex, SS0 0RY
Benefits
Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1,500 per annum for Band 2/6 roles. Enhanced night shift payment for Band 5 & 6 roles.
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