Main area Histology Grade Band 7 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (The department works an extended day 07.00 - 19.00) Job ref 287-LCL-123-24-A
Employer Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Liverpool Clinical Laboratories Town Liverpool Salary £46,148 - £52,809 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 26/02/2025 23:59
Expert Practitioner Histopathological Dissection
Band 7
Job overview
*Previous applicants need not apply*
Liverpool Clinical Laboratories (LCL) is seeking to appoint a substantive Expert Practitioner Healthcare Scientist (Histological Dissection) within LCL. This is an excellent opportunity to join the largest provider of specialist histological pathology services in Cheshire and Merseyside.
The successful candidate will be a registered Biomedical or Clinical Scientist with a significant background in histopathology dissection and hold an IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice (DEP) in Histological Dissection. We are seeking a strong leader with attention to detail and an innovation mindset.
Candidates who do not hold a DEP (dissection) are encouraged to apply and, if successful, will be supported to complete the portfolio and appointed under Annex 21 terms and conditions.
In addition to the dissection role, candidates will be involved in the leadership and management for the dissection and specimen reception services in collaboration with a team of Expert Practitioner team leaders and Advanced Practitioners.
We're looking for people who see opportunities to innovate and lead, and who recognise that behind every sample is a patient. If you're someone who inspires those around you and is a true 'team player', we want to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Expert Practitioners undertake a wide range of complex scientific procedures which result in the correct interpretation of biological samples. Their decisions contribute to the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of diseases, including cancer, and the investigation of other pathological processes. They dissect the full range of histological specimens from all specialties (Category A-C) and may dissect select specimens from all specialties, as per training and competence (Cat D-E).
The Expert Practitioner will provide support to the medical staff by participating in the weekly pan-departmental cut-up rota. They will continue to develop their learning and hone their skills throughout their tenure.
In addition to their dissection role, the successful candidate will take responsibility in the management of the specimen reception or dissection laboratories, ensuring effective processes are in place to provide timely specimen flow and the highest quality service.
Together with a team of expert and advanced dissectors, the post holder will be responsible for ensuring quality practices are adhered to in line with ISO15189 and ensure training for biomedical scientists and laboratory technicians is prioritised within their team.
Additionally, the post holder will collaborate with our advanced practitioners and consultant pathologists to assist with the training of medical specialist trainees where appropriate.
Person specification
Qualifications
* IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection
* HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist.
* MSc or equivalent in relevant speciality
* Member of the Institute of Biomedical Science
Experience
* Demonstrable dissection experience including benign and malignant resections
* Competency assessments for RCPath specimen types Cat A-C in all specialties demonstrated
* Evidence of training Biomedical Scientists and junior medical staff
* Experience of leadership and management within a Pathology setting
Skills
* Advanced macroscopic tissue recognition and dissection skills
* Evidence of ability to order appropriate ancillary tests (e.g. fresh tissue collection)
* Able to produce high quality macroscopic descriptions for clinicians in all Trusts in a timely fashion meeting departmental KPIs.
* Autonomy in dissection of comprehensive range of surgical specimens (Category A-C)
* Able to manage and prioritise the work of the dissection room
* Assessment of the suitability of set procedures for any given specimen and using judgement to carry out alternatives
* Able to organise own workload and do so under pressure
* Able to obtain appropriate biological control material, use of other specific control measures where appropriate and complete the validation of such material
Knowledge
* Evidence of comprehensive CPD portfolio in relevant speciality
* Up to date knowledge of Royal College of Pathologists guidelines for specimen dissection.
* Up to date knowledge of Evidence-based national and international patient care pathways
* Understanding of Health and Safety requirements in a laboratory
* Understanding of up to date UKAS/ISO15189 or equivalent standards for medical laboratory accreditation
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Posts advertised to ‘internal staff’ are open to employees of hospitals within University Hospitals of Liverpool Group and you should confirm your employment within your application form.
Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our person specification will be shortlisted for interview.
The Trust is committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance and achieve fair, equitable and consistent practice. We welcome flexible working requests and will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements from day one of your employment. Not all roles are suitable for every flexible working opportunity all of the time. Flexible working options may include reduced hours, compressed hours, fixed shifts, time back in lieu and home working.
The Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity; we value the contribution of individual talent, skills, knowledge and experience and aim for a workforce demography representative of the local community. We encourage applicants from the following groups that are currently under-represented in our workforce black, Asian and minority ethnic, lesbian, gay, bisexual and Transgender (LGBTQ+), disabled, male and age 16-24.
The Trust has a zero-tolerance approach to the abuse of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff must ensure they adhere to the organisations safeguarding children and adults’ policy and comply with the Local Safeguarding Children and Adult Board procedures.
Staff should be mindful of their responsibility to safeguard children and adults in any activity performed on behalf of the organisation in line with the requirements of statutory guidance and legislation.
All employees (and volunteers) are expected to maintain their safeguarding knowledge and skills by completing mandatory safeguarding training which includes understanding and recognising the signs of abuse and neglect and taking appropriate action.
If you have any personal requirements that will enable you to participate in our recruitment process please contact a member of the Recruitment Services by phone on 0151 706 4666 at the earliest opportunity to ensure that measures can be put in place to enable your application for this post.
Please note: new entrants to the NHS will commence on the first pay point of the relevant band.
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Name Chika Eze Job title Advanced Practitioner Histological Dissection Email address chika.eze@liverpoolft.nhs.uk Telephone number 0151 282 6191
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