Job Summary
Applications are invited for a Bank Medical Laboratory Assistant post in the department of Blood Sciences at Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust.
The department provides a wide range of analytical, diagnostic and interpretative service to hospitals, clinics and GP practices.
Disclaimer: As a Bank Worker, the nature of your engagement will be seen as on a day-to-day basis. You are entitled to choose whether to accept engagements which will be offered to you. A statement does not constitute a contract of employment, nor is the Trust under any obligation to offer you any engagement or further engagement under these terms. The job description for this Bank role relates to the equivalent substantive position. Whilst engaged by the Trust you would be expected to operate within the requirements of the job description.
Main Duties
To provide ad hoc backfill cover for the Blood Sciences Department Specimen Reception.
The appointee will be required to undertake basic laboratory tasks which include specimen reception, keyboard entry of data into the laboratory management system and preparation of laboratory materials.
Working in the specimen reception area you will be responsible for ensuring that the samples received into the department are recorded and prepared appropriately. You will also triage requests ensuring that urgent work is fast‑tracked appropriately.
About Us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under‑represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Right to Work in the UK: This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.
Job Details
* Date posted: 11 February 2026
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 2
* Salary: £24,465 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
* Contract: Bank
* Working pattern: Flexible working
* Reference number: 405-26-CS032MLA
* Job locations: Dorset County Hospital, Williams Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2JY
Person Specification
Education, Qualification & Training – Essential
* GCSE in Science, Maths and English
Education, Qualification & Training – Desirable
* Experience working in a laboratory environment
Knowledge & Experience – Essential
* Ability to follow written procedures
* Familiarity and use of computers
Knowledge & Experience – Desirable
* Work within healthcare environment in recent years
* Work carried out to meet specific deadlines
Skills & Abilities – Essential
* Ability to work independently or as part of a team
* Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
* Ability to plan and prioritise own work
Skills & Abilities – Desirable
* Ability to define and maintain confidentiality
* Ability to accurately and legibly transcribe information
* Ability to identify personal requirements which are needed to maintain effective relationships with colleagues and service users
* Ability to evaluate self in terms of relationships with other people and a flexible approach to working patterns and hours
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Details
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Employer website: https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/
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