Job summary
Full time 37.5 hours per week
We have a permanent contract available for a candidate with relevant experience in Histopathology to work within our Cellular Pathology department at Royal Bolton Hospital.
The department has UKAS accreditation to ISO 15189 and is the 7th best Histopathology Dept in the country for Turn Around times.
The post holder will support the department to maintain the provision of a high quality, reliable diagnostic Cellular pathology Services within the trust.
Those shortlisted for interview will be required to attend in person due to the requirement to undertake a practical microtomy test.
Main duties of the job
This role will involve the routine processing of tissue samples and non-gynae specimens. The successful candidates will be expected to adhere to and maintain protocols within the department, in line with ISO 15189 standards. You will work as part of a team of highly dedicated scientific staff to ensure the accuracy and quality of a range of tests throughout the department. You will be responsible for performing internal and external quality assurance and investigating test failures. You will perform specialist automated and manual tests and will be involved in auditing processes, reagent control, and maintenance of equipment. You will be required to participate in the departmental rota. You will have daily responsibilities for managing a sub section of the laboratory, writing and reviewing SOPS, participation in EQA schemes and training and competency assessment of other staff.
About us
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is an integrated provider of acute, intermediate and community health care serving the population of Bolton. The CQC has rated us as Good with Outstanding leadership. We have good clinical performance and sound operations that are rooted in patient safety and a highly engaged workforce whose dedication to patient care creates a warm and welcoming working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role will involve the routine processing of tissue samples and non-gynae specimens. It will involve undertaking Small biopsy transfer and undertaking some Category B & C BMS lead dissection. You will also be involved with assisting with Consultant/BMS led dissection via the accurate transcription of sample descriptions and recording of procedures in the LIMS system. You will be involved in processing of patient samples using Epredia REVOS processors. You will be required to embed and section a range of Histopathology and PM tissues. You will undertake specialist techniques such as the manual performance of Special Stains and automated IHC using Roche Bench Mark Ultras. You will participate in IQC and EQA processes to ensure the quality and reliability of tests. You will utilise the departmental LIMS to maintain accurate and reliable patient records. You will need to acknowledge and manage documents through the use of the QPulse. You will be involved in the training and competency assessment of others.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role will involve the routine processing of tissue samples and non-gynae specimens. It will involve undertaking Small biopsy transfer and undertaking some Category B & C BMS lead dissection. You will also be involved with assisting with Consultant/BMS led dissection via the accurate transcription of sample descriptions and recording of procedures in the LIMS system. You will be involved in processing of patient samples using Epredia REVOS processors. You will be required to embed and section a range of Histopathology and PM tissues. You will undertake specialist techniques such as the manual performance of Special Stains and automated IHC using Roche Bench Mark Ultras. You will participate in IQC and EQA processes to ensure the quality and reliability of tests. You will utilise the departmental LIMS to maintain accurate and reliable patient records. You will need to acknowledge and manage documents through the use of the QPulse. You will be involved in the training and competency assessment of others.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (or equivalent acceptable to the IBMS/HCPC/AHCS).
- IBMS Specialist Diploma
Desirable
- ECDL or equivalent (Evidence of proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets etc.)
Other
Essential
- Evidence of good hand eye coordination
- Evidence of being able to work independently to manage own workload
- Evidence of being able to work as part of a team to achieve common goals and deadlines.
Desirable
- Evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning and acquisition of new skills.
- Evidence of being able to work flexible hours according to the needs of the department.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good oral and written communication skills
- Evidence of practical skills associated with Cellular Pathology diagnostic laboratory work
- Evidence of being able to work to a consistently high standards and maintaining attention to detail whilst working under pressure.
- Evidence of being able to deal with multiple tasks and to meet deadlines/prioritise work.
Desirable
- Evidence of problem solving equipment and QC failures
- Evidence of willingness to develop and learn new skills
- Evidence of use of a Quality Management systems to manage & write documentation/assets/audits.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of practical experience of all aspects of routine Histology & Non-Gynae Cytology techniques, including Embedding, Microtomy, Special Stains , IHC and frozen sections in a busy Histopathology Dept.
- Evidence of experience of training staff and undertaking competency assessment
- Evidence of the practical use of Pathology Laboratory LIMS, QMS and Digital Dictation systems.
- Evidence of experience of Undertaking Audits
- Evidence of undertaking BMS Lead small biopsy transfer (Cat A)
Desirable
- Evidence of LEAN methodology experience
- Training qualification
- Evidence of experience of undertaking BMS Lead Dissection (Cat B&C)
- Evidence of performance of staff appraisals
- Experience working in an NHS Histopathology laboratory
- Evidence of experience of Andrology Techniques - Semen analysis for Post vasectomy and Infertility techniques
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of theoretical knowledge of Cellular Pathology commensurate with IBMS specialist portfolio or equivilent
- Evidence of involvement in UKAS ISO:15189
Desirable
- Evidence of Knowledge of UKAS ISO 15189: 2022 standards
- Evidence of knowledge and experience of undertaking COSHH and Risk Assessments
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (or equivalent acceptable to the IBMS/HCPC/AHCS).
- IBMS Specialist Diploma
Desirable
- ECDL or equivalent (Evidence of proficiency in word processing and spreadsheets etc.)
Other
Essential
- Evidence of good hand eye coordination
- Evidence of being able to work independently to manage own workload
- Evidence of being able to work as part of a team to achieve common goals and deadlines.
Desirable
- Evidence of a commitment to lifelong learning and acquisition of new skills.
- Evidence of being able to work flexible hours according to the needs of the department.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of good oral and written communication skills
- Evidence of practical skills associated with Cellular Pathology diagnostic laboratory work
- Evidence of being able to work to a consistently high standards and maintaining attention to detail whilst working under pressure.
- Evidence of being able to deal with multiple tasks and to meet deadlines/prioritise work.
Desirable
- Evidence of problem solving equipment and QC failures
- Evidence of willingness to develop and learn new skills
- Evidence of use of a Quality Management systems to manage & write documentation/assets/audits.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of practical experience of all aspects of routine Histology & Non-Gynae Cytology techniques, including Embedding, Microtomy, Special Stains , IHC and frozen sections in a busy Histopathology Dept.
- Evidence of experience of training staff and undertaking competency assessment
- Evidence of the practical use of Pathology Laboratory LIMS, QMS and Digital Dictation systems.
- Evidence of experience of Undertaking Audits
- Evidence of undertaking BMS Lead small biopsy transfer (Cat A)
Desirable
- Evidence of LEAN methodology experience
- Training qualification
- Evidence of experience of undertaking BMS Lead Dissection (Cat B&C)
- Evidence of performance of staff appraisals
- Experience working in an NHS Histopathology laboratory
- Evidence of experience of Andrology Techniques - Semen analysis for Post vasectomy and Infertility techniques
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of theoretical knowledge of Cellular Pathology commensurate with IBMS specialist portfolio or equivilent
- Evidence of involvement in UKAS ISO:15189
Desirable
- Evidence of Knowledge of UKAS ISO 15189: 2022 standards
- Evidence of knowledge and experience of undertaking COSHH and Risk Assessments
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.
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.
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).
