Job summary Medical Laboratory Assistant (Band 3) We are pleased to offer an excellent opportunity for a motivated and reliable Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) to join the Pathology Department at Royal Glamorgan Hospital. As part of our Biochemistry Laboratory team, you will play a vital role in ensuring high standards of patient care through the accurate and timely processing of clinical specimens. Working within our combined reception area, you will be trained to handle biological samples such as blood, urine, and faeces, following strict Health & Safety protocols and Standard Operating Procedures. What we're looking for: A good standard of general education Strong written and verbal communication skills High attention to detail and a willingness to learn new tasks Previous laboratory or healthcare experience (desirable) Confidence using IT systems (desirable) Main duties of the job Your main responsibilities will include the preparation, labelling, and data entry of clinical specimens, all of which require a careful and methodical approach. You'll be joining a UKAS-accredited department (ISO 15189) and an IBMS-accredited training laboratory, offering excellent development opportunities and a structured, professional environment to grow your career. About us Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We live by our core values: We listen, learn and improve We treat everyone with respect We all work together as one team We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve. Details Date posted 23 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 110-ACS139-0525 Job locations Royal Glamorgan Hospital Ynysmeardy Llantrisant CF72 8XR Job description Job responsibilities Ready to join a passionate and professional team? You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Job description Job responsibilities Ready to join a passionate and professional team? You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac Person Specification Qualifications/Knowledge Essential NVQ level 3, or equivalent level of knowledge of clinical laboratory duties, acquired through experience and training Desirable Knowledge of hospital specialities Skills Essential Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work as part of a team; Good documentation skills; Adaptability Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a clinical laboratory. Person Specification Qualifications/Knowledge Essential NVQ level 3, or equivalent level of knowledge of clinical laboratory duties, acquired through experience and training Desirable Knowledge of hospital specialities Skills Essential Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work as part of a team; Good documentation skills; Adaptability Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a clinical laboratory. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Address Royal Glamorgan Hospital Ynysmeardy Llantrisant CF72 8XR Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board Address Royal Glamorgan Hospital Ynysmeardy Llantrisant CF72 8XR Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Ynysmeardy, CF72 8XR Llantrisant, United Kingdom