Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join a dedicated team in a modern department, providing a high-quality service.
The successful candidates will be highly motivated and organised, possess excellent interpersonal skills and show both analytical and creative potential.
Opportunities for further study, scientific posters and papers, training courses and CPD are strongly encouraged.
Cellular Pathology has a high quality UKAS accreditation record and it is an approved laboratory for Registration and Specialist training by the IBMS. The department has recently been refurbished and is currently implementing advanced digital and computational pathology systems as part of a pan-Dorset service improvement program.
Additional contact information
James Reed (Deputy Laboratory Manager)
james.reed@uhd.nhs.uk / 0300 019 8121
Base Location: The position will be primarily based at the Poole Hospital site however cross site cover may be required dependent on the needs and requirements of the service
Interview Date: TBC
Main duties of the job
Duties will include reception, processing and management of Diagnostic Cytology and Andrology service. A patient facing aspect will be expected for the andrology service and applicants should be aware that conversations of a personal, intimate manner need to be discussed in this role.
Please see attached job description and person specification
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good General Education
- Registration with HCPC
- IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent
Desirable
- COSHH or IOSH training
- IBMS recognised Andrology training course eg ESHRA
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in Pathology in accredited laboratory
- Desire to complete IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology
- Experience of using common IT software
- Understands principles of patient confidentiality
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of scientific skill using complex diagnostic procedures
- Demonstrable experience of working in Histology
- Demonstrable experience of working in Diagnostic Cytology
- Demonstrable experience of Quality Control procedures
- Experience of quality management system
- Experience of using hospital IT systems
- Experience of using Laboratory IT systems (LIS)
- Demonstrable experience of working in Andrology
Technical Skills
Essential
- Capable of working effectively either independently, or as part of a team
- Must be able to understand and work within established Standard Operating Procedures and relevant Health & Safety policies, including COSHH
- Work flexibly in response to changing circumstances.
- Recognises and reports problems as they arise
- Works within limits of responsibility
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Handling biological specimens
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
Desirable
- Understand the importance of quality at all levels of our work
- Happy to work in a busy environment
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of Cellular Pathology
- Be willing to undergo further training, according to the needs of the job and as part of personal development
Desirable
- Understanding of UKAS requirements
- Currently participating in CPD
- Ability to train more junior staff to work in accordance to SOP's
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good General Education
- Registration with HCPC
- IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent
Desirable
- COSHH or IOSH training
- IBMS recognised Andrology training course eg ESHRA
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in Pathology in accredited laboratory
- Desire to complete IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology
- Experience of using common IT software
- Understands principles of patient confidentiality
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of scientific skill using complex diagnostic procedures
- Demonstrable experience of working in Histology
- Demonstrable experience of working in Diagnostic Cytology
- Demonstrable experience of Quality Control procedures
- Experience of quality management system
- Experience of using hospital IT systems
- Experience of using Laboratory IT systems (LIS)
- Demonstrable experience of working in Andrology
Technical Skills
Essential
- Capable of working effectively either independently, or as part of a team
- Must be able to understand and work within established Standard Operating Procedures and relevant Health & Safety policies, including COSHH
- Work flexibly in response to changing circumstances.
- Recognises and reports problems as they arise
- Works within limits of responsibility
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Handling biological specimens
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
Desirable
- Understand the importance of quality at all levels of our work
- Happy to work in a busy environment
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of Cellular Pathology
- Be willing to undergo further training, according to the needs of the job and as part of personal development
Desirable
- Understanding of UKAS requirements
- Currently participating in CPD
- Ability to train more junior staff to work in accordance to SOP's
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
