Job summary Applications are invited from suitably experienced HCPC registered Biomedical Scientists or a suitably qualified trainee working towards HCPC registration, to join our busy team within the Department of Histology based at Derriford Hospital Plymouth.The laboratory is well equipped and handles over 40,000 requests per annum. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, highly adaptable BMS who will be the deputy to the section lead within the Special Procedures section of the laboratory, who is a good team player, communicator, has the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues and service users and a desire for service improvement. Biomedical Scientist band 6 must be registered with the HCPC and have demonstrable experience in a Histology laboratory with proven knowledge and skills of a Specialist BMS. The laboratory is going through an exciting time where we are looking to move to a new build laboratory and move to a digital era and this role will help us deliver services for the future. Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification Main duties of the job To act as the Special Procedures deputy BMS, providing a clinical technical service by performing a range of routine and specialist techniques to the biological material submitted for examination. To undertake scientific duties within the Department to facilitate the smooth running of the service. To maintain and run specialist equipment up to a value of £350,000 To possess the skills and knowledge required to provide the necessary training and supervision of Band 5 Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Biomedical Scientists and support staff within your area of work. About us We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted. Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year £37,338 - £44,962 Per Annum Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 216-HB-C6823452-A Job locations Cellular Pathology Derriford Hospital Plymouth PL6 8DH Job description Job responsibilities Participate in routine and specialised techniques in Histology and any other areas as required. This will require the unsupervised preparation of high risk and specialist material eg renal biopsies, to the necessary quality standards. Participate in all internal and external quality control/quality assurance systems and schemes, appropriate to the area of work and, using advanced knowledge of staining techniques and pathology, have the necessary competence to send out work to the medical staff. To be jointly responsible for maintenance of adequate stocks of reagent and consumables to ensure continuous service provision in the section and the laboratory in general. Participate in and conduct staff annual appraisals and set/achieve relevant objectives. To rotate through sections of the Department as required. Routine working hours will be between 8am and 8pm depending on future working patterns and there will be participation in an on call rota. Job description Job responsibilities Participate in routine and specialised techniques in Histology and any other areas as required. This will require the unsupervised preparation of high risk and specialist material eg renal biopsies, to the necessary quality standards. Participate in all internal and external quality control/quality assurance systems and schemes, appropriate to the area of work and, using advanced knowledge of staining techniques and pathology, have the necessary competence to send out work to the medical staff. To be jointly responsible for maintenance of adequate stocks of reagent and consumables to ensure continuous service provision in the section and the laboratory in general. Participate in and conduct staff annual appraisals and set/achieve relevant objectives. To rotate through sections of the Department as required. Routine working hours will be between 8am and 8pm depending on future working patterns and there will be participation in an on call rota. Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential Demonstrable post state registration experience in an accredited histology laboratory Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of the pathology of disease Ability to perform all preparation techniques relevant to the area of work An in-depth proven working knowledge and practical application of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Participation in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Proven knowledge of all H&S issues relating to the Histology laboratory and described in SOPs, H&S Executive regulations and guidelines Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or a degree acceptable to the IBMS and Health Professions Council (HBC) State registration with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist IBMS Specialist Diploma Aptitude & Abilities Essential Excellent communication skills, being able to deal with patients and staff at all levels of the organisation with tact and diplomacy Excellent time management and organisational skills Attention to detail Accuracy/precision Ability to concentrate for long periods of the day whilst undertaking specialist techniques Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential Demonstrable post state registration experience in an accredited histology laboratory Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of the pathology of disease Ability to perform all preparation techniques relevant to the area of work An in-depth proven working knowledge and practical application of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Participation in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Proven knowledge of all H&S issues relating to the Histology laboratory and described in SOPs, H&S Executive regulations and guidelines Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences or a degree acceptable to the IBMS and Health Professions Council (HBC) State registration with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist IBMS Specialist Diploma Aptitude & Abilities Essential Excellent communication skills, being able to deal with patients and staff at all levels of the organisation with tact and diplomacy Excellent time management and organisational skills Attention to detail Accuracy/precision Ability to concentrate for long periods of the day whilst undertaking specialist techniques Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust Address Cellular Pathology Derriford Hospital Plymouth PL6 8DH Employer's website https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)