Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Pathology Healthcare Science Assistant
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Pathology Support Unit
Band 2, £25,272 Per annum pro rata
Hours: Part time, 15 per week, Monday to Friday, 6:00pm to 9:00pm
All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Do you enjoy working in a busy environment? Are you organised, reliable and take pride in doing a job well? Do you enjoy helping people and working as part of a team? Are you looking for a regular part-time evening role where your work really matters? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
We're looking for someone to join our friendly Pathology Support Unit in a permanent part-time evening role, working Monday to Friday, 6:00pm to 9:00pm. No previous laboratory experience is required – we'll provide all the training and support you need to help you settle into the role and become a valued member of the team.
If you have experience in retail, hospitality, customer service, administration or another busy workplace, you likely already have many of the transferable skills we're looking for, and we'd encourage you to apply.
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Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Interview date: 27 July 2026
As a Healthcare Science Assistant, you'll play an important role in helping our laboratories deliver timely test results by ensuring patient samples are received and accurately recorded on our computer systems. You'll support laboratory staff and healthcare professionals across the hospital, helping to ensure samples and requests are handled safely and efficiently. Every shift is different, and everything you do contributes to safe, effective patient care.
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We're looking for someone who is reliable, organised and enjoys working as part of a team. You'll be confident using a computer, have good attention to detail and take pride in doing a job well. You'll enjoy working in a busy environment, be able to follow procedures accurately and remain calm when priorities change. You'll communicate confidently and professionally with colleagues and healthcare staff, understand the importance of handling information confidentially and be committed to providing a high-quality service.
Milton Keynes University Hospital is committed to investing in both its people and its laboratories. Our Pathology service has benefited from significant investment in modern equipment and facilities, and we foster a friendly, supportive culture where staff are encouraged to share ideas, contribute to service improvements and work together to provide an excellent service
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
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We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards – a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards – and the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
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For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Shane Brenckenridge
Job title: Pathology Support Manager
Email address: shane.brenckenridge@mkuh.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 01908995769
For further information please contact Shane Brenckenridge Pathology Support Manager (shane.brenckenridge@mkuh.nhs.uk) on 01908995769 EXT 85769 or Jonathan Popoola Deputy PSU Manager (Jonathan.Popoola@mkuh.nhs.uk) on 01908 995758.
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