University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.
Cellular Pathology invites applications for the post of an Advanced Healthcare Dissection Scientist to join their friendly and experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and suitably experienced individual supporting the full range of dissection services within Cellular Pathology. This position will work alongside Scientific Dissectors, Clinical Registrars and Consultant Histopathologists to provide a specimen dissection service for the department. On average we receive ~48,000 Histology & Cytology requests annually.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.
The post holder will play a crucial role in advancing specimen dissection services, training and innovation within pathology and will have proven skills in dissection as well as decision making, team leadership, change management and a collaborative mindset.
The post holder will also have line management responsibility for a small team of scientists, whilst also working closely with the other operational managers across Cellular Pathology to supervise, support and develop staff.
UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.
The department operates 6am-7pm Mon-Fri & Sat 7am-5pm & therefore some Saturday working is required. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in the rotational Bank Holiday service-approx. 1 per annum, currently not Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day or Good Friday.
The post holder will perform specimen dissection at an advanced level, and in accordance with the Royal College of Pathologists (RCPath) and relevant guidelines.
The post holder will be HCPC registered and posses the Institute of Biomedical Scientists/RCPath Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection, and possess/or be working towards the IBMS/RCPath Advanced Specialist Diploma in Specimen Dissection.
They will be responsible for the effective day-to-day operational management of the dissection services within Cellular Pathology.
They will spearhead training within dissection and lead the development and implementation of specimen dissection training programs for Cellular Pathology, ensuring high-quality training for biomedical scientists, clinical scientist, and junior clinical staff.
The post holder will also provide a key service in managing the safe and ethical use and storage of human tissue according to legislation and guidance. They will lead and support regulatory assessments, site visit inspections and lead in any ongoing investigations.
This advert closes on Wednesday 19 Feb 2025