Looking for a rewarding career by the coast? Join our friendly and forward-thinking Chemistry team at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Based mainly at Worthing Hospital, with support to Chichester’s St Richard’s site, you’ll enjoy the work-life balance of living in two of the South East’s most desirable coastal towns. Worthing offers a vibrant coastal lifestyle, with a wide choice of cafés, restaurants, and shops, all set against the backdrop of a beautiful beach. The seafront and surrounding countryside encourage an active, healthy work-life balance – perfect for those who enjoy running, cycling, water sports, or simply unwinding by the sea.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant post in chemistry.
We offer a supportive environment, excellent development opportunities, and access to well-equipped labs.
The laboratory is implementing a 24/7 shift system during 2025/26 which the post holder will be expected to fully participate in (including nights, weekends and bank holidays) subject to competency assessment.
Help shape the future of diagnostics at UHSussex — where innovation, learning, and community thrive.
To assist other team members in the receipt, registration, preparation and analysis of pathological specimens for Biochemistry. To assist in the administration of the department as directed.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex
Candidate information pack - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Aidan Wickham Job title: Lead BMS Email address:
[email protected] Telephone number: 01243 788122
01243 788122 ext 33591
