Healthcare Science Assistant

We're currently recruiting on behalf of the Western Health and Social Care Trust who is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Healthcare Science Assistant to join their Pathology team. This role is vital in supporting our laboratory disciplines and ensuring the delivery of high-quality diagnostic services to the Western Trust Area. Role Overview As an integral member of the laboratory team, you will primarily work within Specimen Reception. Your work will ensure the provision of an efficient, cost-effective service that meets MHRA and UKAS accreditation standards. Key Responsibilities Sample Processing: Prepare samples for analysis by centrifuging, pipetting, and determining pH suitability. Laboratory Testing: Perform manual tests such as extraction of RNA and Faecal Occult blood testing, with the ability to interpret and report results accurately Specimen Management: Prioritise urgent samples, package specimens for referral according to UN3373 regulations, and handle unlabelled or leaking specimens. Data Integrity: Maintain accurate records using patient data entry systems while adhering to GDPR and strict confidentiality protocols. Maintenance: Monitor equipment like centrifuges and freezers, perform daily quality control checks, and assist in decontaminating pathology waste. What You Will Need (Essential Criteria) To be considered for this role, you must meet one of the following qualifications or experience levels: 5 GCSEs (Grade A-C) including English Language and a Science subject (or equivalent). OR 2 years of relevant experience working in a hospital laboratory. OR Hold an IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part I (or be willing to achieve this within 18 months of employment). Compensation & Benefits Pay Scale: £12.75/h PAYE Duration: Approx 3 Months Starting: 09/03/2026 Hour per week: 37.5 Hours/weelk Professional Development: Opportunities to complete the IBMS Support Staff Training Portfolio and register as a Registered Science Technician. To Apply: For a confidential discussion regarding this vacancy, please submit your CV to Corey Hillis at MCS Group via the application link, or call . Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request. Not all agencies are the sameMCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google.