Specialist Biomedical Scientist: Cellular Pathology
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
To 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.
Main duties of the job
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances, in discussion with the post holder. This role profile is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only. The post holder will need to be flexible in developing the role with initial and ongoing discussions with the designated manager.
Job responsibilities
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 (Leica Bond Max 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
2. 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.
3. Follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures, risk assessments, etc., relating to technical work.
4. Review documents of the quality management system where necessary and liaise with senior staff for any updates or changes required.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
* BSc(Hons) Biomedical Science or equivalent qualification
* Registration with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) as a Biomedical Scientist
* IBMS specialist diploma in cellular pathology or equivalent
* Member of IBMS
* Evidence of CPD
* Specialist training
Experience
* Previous experience of working in a diagnostic Cellular Pathology laboratory
* Experienced in embedding, microtomy, staining histology samples
* QC checking of samples
* Preparation at cut-up of BMS specimen dissection
* Immunohistochemistry experience
* Involvement in quality management processes including reviewing SOPs, and recording departmental incidents
* Previous experience of Health and Safety processes, including Risk Assessments and COSHH assessments
* Non-Gynae cytology/Andrology experience
Knowledge and Skills
* Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively
* Good time management
* Ability to work independently and take direction and to pass on information accurately and timely
* Able to build effective working relationships with staff and colleagues
* Good hand/eye coordination
* Demonstrates initiative
Other Job-Related Requirements
* Positive, enthusiastic and motivated
* Ability to cope under pressure
* Flexible approach to role
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.
Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per annum pro rata.
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