Medical Laboratory Assistant, Watford WD18, £15ph, Immediate StartAn opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) to join a busy laboratory.In this varied and hands-on role, you will be at the heart of the laboratory service-supporting diagnostic testing, handling patient samples, and providing excellent customer service to healthcare professionals and patients.Key ResponsibilitiesRegister patient details and test requests on laboratory systemsReceive, check, and prepare samples for testingRespond to enquiries from healthcare professionals and patientsProvide authorised results where appropriateManage phone calls and direct queries to relevant teamsProcess departmental mail, reports, and documentationPackage and dispatch samples in line with biohazard regulationsPrepare and process samples for diagnostic testingUse laboratory equipment such as centrifuges and incubatorsMaintain stock levels and order supplies when requiredSafely dispose of clinical and hazardous wasteClean and maintain laboratory workspaces and equipmentWhat We''re Looking ForBiomedical Science degree or similar Medical Laboratory experience within a pathology labKnowledge of laboratory processes and quality standardsAccurate data entry with strong attention to detailAbility to follow instructions accurately and work as part of a teamAwareness of confidentiality and data protectionCalm under pressure with a customer-focused approachProfessional, reliable, and ..... full job details .....