Job Description

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 are looking for candidates who have passion for patient care, ideally with a background in healthcare setting who is able to work in a fast pace environment, has manual dexterity and is able to accurately enter patient information into Laboratory Information System. The successful candidate will work in a team as well as being required to work independently at times.

The candidate will be participating in a variety of shifts such as early and later shifts (currently 0800-1600, 1000-1800, 1100 - 1900 and 1200-2000) each week including some weekends.

The successful candidate will receive fully comprehensive training and will require to be competent in various sections of specimen receptions.

Responsibilities

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 entreprise). This enables tests to be processed and results issued in appropriate timeframes. The role also involves communicating with our patients, hospital staff and other departments, as well as other administrative duties.

Qualifications

4 GCSE's at Grade A-C or equivalent, including Math and English

High standard of typing proficiency

High standard of accuracy and attention to detail

Previous data entry experience

Customer service focused experience

About Us

SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to deliver comprehensive pathology services.

We thrive in diverse environments, which is mirrored in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities, and partners. We believe that an inclusive workplace culture is essential for attracting and retaining talented individuals, and for building a sustainable, high-performing workforce.

Our staff are crucial to our mission of making a positive impact on healthcare. We foster a culture of continuous personal development, providing scientists and staff with the support and resources needed to acquire new skills and advance their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching, and clear career pathways.

We encourage an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models, facilitate two-way communication, engage transparently with staff and stakeholders, and actively seek feedback and suggestions.

Please note that we reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have not been short-listed on this occasion.

SYNLAB UK & Ireland is committed to equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate based on any status or condition protected by applicable UK employment law.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 24,465.00 per year

Experience:

Date Entry: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/11/2025