Medical Laboratory Assistant - Biochemistry

**Medical Laboratory Assistant – Biochemistry London, HCA Laboratories, Shropshire House, 10a Capper St, London WC1E 6JAH Full time, 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with weekend participation Permanent contract Competitive salary dependent on experience** We’re looking for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join our Biochemistry team at HCA Laboratories, based at Shropshire House in London. With more than 35 years of experience delivering high-quality pathology services, our laboratories support acute care across HCA Healthcare UK hospitals as well as IVF clinics, screening services and GP referrals. You’ll be working in an environment equipped with advanced analytical systems, within a team that plays a vital role in supporting accurate and timely patient diagnosis. As a Medical Laboratory Assistant in Biochemistry, you’ll support the smooth running of a busy referrals and sample processing service. This role offers a varied and hands on experience where you’ll work closely with Biomedical Scientists, contribute to essential analytical processes, and help maintain the highest standards across the laboratory. From sample receipt through to preparation and analyser loading, your work will directly support clinical decision making and patient care. You’ll be trusted to work independently while also being part of a supportive and collaborative team. **At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.** **What you’ll do:** * Manage and support the day to day workflow within the Biochemistry referrals section * Receive, check and process a range of biological samples for analysis and referral * Prepare and aliquot samples while ensuring quality and accuracy at all stages * Support analyser operation, maintenance routines and stock control processes * Respond to enquiries and temperature monitoring alerts, escalating where needed **What you’ll bring:** * Previous experience working in a laboratory environment * Strong attention to detail with the ability to work accurately under pressure * Effective communication skills and confidence responding to enquiries * Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team * Flexibility to support weekend working and changing service demands **Why HCA UK?** Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing. We believe that by caring for our colleagues, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As an MLA you’ll be eligible for: * 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays, increasing with service, with the option to buy or sell leave * Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals * Private pension contribution which increases with length of service * Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme * Group Life Assurance from day one * Critical illness cover * Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay * Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland * A comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits * Discounts with over 800 major retailers **Culture and values** At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other. Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values: * **Unique and Individual**: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual * **Kindness and compassion:** We treat people with kindness and compassion * **Honesty, integrity and fairness:** We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness * **Loyalty, respect and dignity:** We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity **Reasonable adjustments** We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.