We are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join our team.
The successful candidate will work as part of the Cellular Pathology team as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist involved in the technical preparation of specimens and performing defined procedures in accordance with standard operating procedures. This will include all aspects of the routine service provided by the department. The majority of this role involves technical work, with some quality management and human resource management processes.
1. As a HCPC-Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientist, perform a full range of analytical, technical and other laboratory duties within cellular pathology.
The daily technical activities of the histology and cytology laboratory include:
1. Specimen dissection and preparation
2. Microtomy.
3. Embedding.
4. Staining
5. Quality Control.
6. Immunohistochemistry. (Dako Omnis system)
7. Computer work to process samples through the laboratory.
8. Filing of slides or blocks if required.
9. Collecting solvents if required.
10. Non-Gynae Cytology and Andrology technical work.
This list is not exhaustive. The post holder will be required to undertake all histology techniques and ideally have previous experience in non-gynae cytology and andrology techniques although consideration of training requirements will be assessed.
“Our STAR values – Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect – are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.”
2. Follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures, risk assessments, etc., relating to technical work. Review documents of the quality management system where necessary and liaise with senior staff for any updates or changes required.
3. Be responsible and work as part of a team to achieve optimal handling and throughput of the departmental workload to ensure specimens are processed in a timely manner.
4. To participate in the departmental rota to ensure skills are maintained in each area of the laboratory and cover all areas specific to the post-holders level of competence. This may include early start times of 08.00 at times and late finishes up to 17:15 depending on service needs.
5. Maintain professional competence and scientific skill in the performance of all tests and investigations.
6. Use, and daily maintenance, of expensive specialist equipment (e.g. microscope with heated stage, cytospin, stainer, etc.) as part of day-to-day technical work.
7. Deliver training in specialist technical processes and use of laboratory equipment/IT systems (Winpath and Qpulse) to new/less experienced staff.
8. Answer queries from less experienced laboratory staff about how to carry out specialist technical processes and how to use laboratory IT systems, equipment, etc.
This advert closes on Wednesday 5 Mar 2025
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