Senior Biomedical Scientist in Cellular Pathology
NHS AfC: Band 7
Main area: Senior Biomedical Scientist - Cellular Pathology
Grade: NHS AfC: Band 7
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
* Flexible working
Routine hours: Mon - Fri 08:30 - 17:00, may be required to cover an early shift 07:30 - 16:00
Job ref: 372-FSS2649-A
Employer: Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Calderdale Royal Hospital
Town: Halifax
Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing date: 19/01/2025 23:59
Interview date: 29/01/2025
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We are committed to recruiting to our values, creating an environment rooted in compassionate care.
We are open to considering a wide range of flexible working arrangements. Please discuss any flexibility during the interview process.
The Cellular Pathology department at Calderdale Royal Hospital seeks an enthusiastic and highly motivated senior biomedical scientist focused on quality and patient safety.
Main duties of the job
* Work with the laboratory manager and other senior staff to maintain an efficient and effective department.
* Deputise for the cellular pathology laboratory manager if required.
* Monitor all aspects of the pathology quality management system within the cellular pathology laboratory.
* Oversee training and competency within the Cellular Pathology department and mortuary.
* Ensure health and safety compliance in collaboration with senior staff.
Person specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
* State registration with the HCPC
* Degree in Biomedical Science
* IBMS Higher Specialist postgraduate portfolio in cellular pathology / MSc in cellular pathology or Fellowship status of the Institute or equivalent knowledge and experience
* Management, Quality and Training qualification
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
* Significant recent experience as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Cellular Pathology.
* Experience in the NHS or equivalent healthcare organization.
* Knowledge of quality management systems and ISO 15189 standards.
* Experience in leading a team.
* Participation in Service Development.
* Supervision and training of staff.
* Experience in laboratory and clinical audit.
* Knowledge of all areas of the cellular pathology department.
* Commitment to continued professional development.
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS
* Excellent time management and communication skills.
Please ensure your application includes referees who can verify your employment/education history over the last three years.
If appointed, information will be transferred into the NHS Electronic Staff Records system.
You may be required to undertake a DBS check, which will be administered by the Trust.
If you have any questions, please contact ask.recruitment@cht.nhs.uk for assistance.
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