About Us: Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital is a leading healthcare provider, and we're seeking an experienced Biomedical Scientist to lead our histology team. This role is perfect for a skilled professional looking to take on a challenging position in a modern pathology laboratory.
Job Overview:
We are offering a competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience, to ensure that you can focus on delivering high-quality results. In addition to your base salary, you will also receive a range of benefits, including private healthcare, free gym membership, 33 days holiday (increasing to 38 with length of service), and more.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of histology to support training and development of staff.
* Perform and oversee routine histology practices, including dissection, microtomy, embedding, manual coverslipping, and troubleshooting.
* Maintain records of specimens, results, reagents, and consumables.
* Validate and assess new histology equipment.
* Support quality management systems for UKAS accreditation.
Requirements:
* HCPC registration.
* Relevant laboratory experience in histology and multi-disciplinary biomedical science.
* Extensive histology experience with specialist diploma-level knowledge.
* Good working knowledge of histological techniques and analytical equipment.
* Able to maintain good customer relationships and provide high levels of service.
Benefits:
* Private healthcare.
* Free gym membership.
* 33 days holiday (increasing to 38 with length of service).
* 20% discount at our nurseries.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Lifestyle and wellbeing benefits.