Healthcare Sciences inGlasgow inGlasgow PUBLISHED 7 JUL 2024

Medical Laboratory Assistants carry out pre-analytical preparation of samples for analysis.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.

The shift pattern is Day shift/ Back shift/weekend mornings. (Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

Medical Laboratory Assistants carry out pre-analytical preparation of samples for analysis. Effective operation of the sample reception area is essential to the operation of the department. You will be responsible for processing samples. Register patient related information onto Laboratory Information System or other manual systems, ensuring accuracy of sample identification and documentation. You will ensure safe storage of specimens and disposal of clinical and confidential waste. You will deal with telephone calls from other departments and external sources and provide assistance to the Biomedical Scientists for smooth provision of a laboratory service.

You should have 3 Highers at Grade C or above, which should include either Chemistry or Biology together with Maths, or SVQ3, or completion of a modern apprenticeship in life sciences or completion of equivalent accredited education/learning.


The Department Is Currently Recruiting For The Following Posts


1 x 0.47 WTE

1 x 0.4 WTE

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Informal contact: Sajida Sharif, Reception Supervisor, ,

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.

The shift pattern is Day shift/ Back shift/weekend mornings. (Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

Medical Laboratory Assistants carry out pre-analytical preparation of samples for analysis. Effective operation of the sample reception area is essential to the operation of the department. You will be responsible for processing samples. Register patient related information onto Laboratory Information System or other manual systems, ensuring accuracy of sample identification and documentation. You will ensure safe storage of specimens and disposal of clinical and confidential waste. You will deal with telephone calls from other departments and external sources and provide assistance to the Biomedical Scientists for smooth provision of a laboratory service.

You should have 3 Highers at Grade C or above, which should include either Chemistry or Biology together with Maths, or SVQ3, or completion of a modern apprenticeship in life sciences or completion of equivalent accredited education/learning.

The Department Is Currently Recruiting For The Following Posts

1 x 0.47 WTE

1 x 0.4 WTE

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Informal contact: Sajida Sharif, Reception Supervisor, ,

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.

For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.


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