Job summary
To hold the qualification required to Primary and rapid screen cervical smears and then comply with NHSCSP accuracy requirements for all staff screening cervical cytology i.e. 90% sensitivity for all grades of abnormals and 95% for high grades.
To comply with NHSCSP requirements for all staff screening cervical cytology. Individual screeners (including checkers who perform cytology screening) are currently required to screen a minimum of 3,000 cytology slides per annum.
Post qualification the post-holder must undertake an appropriate update course in Cervical Cytology every year and attend any training or CPD activities appropriate to this post.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment and reporting of negative and technically unsuitable cervical cytology specimens + the identification of potential abnormalities within cervical cytology specimens for subsequent interpretation by a designated checker.
To identify and retrieve appropriate histories on patients to enable appropriate pathway management of the samples in line with the appropriate NHSCSP Screening protocol algorithm for HPV screening.
To participate in departmental EQA schemes, internal quality control exercises (including the mandatory NHSCSP Screening EQA scheme) and to review slides from relevant cases for teaching IQC and clinical governance.
To authorise HPV negative reports
Main duties of the job
To hold the qualification required to Primary and rapid screen cervical smears and then comply with NHSCSP accuracy requirements for all staff screening cervical cytology i.e. 90% sensitivity for all grades of abnormals and 95% for high grades.
To comply with NHSCSP requirements for all staff screening cervical cytology. Individual screeners (including checkers who perform cytology screening) are currently required to screen a minimum of 3,000 cytology slides per annum.
To assist in the supervision and training of permanent staff, work experience students, volunteers and Medical Laboratory Assistants in accordance with departmental protocols
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment and reporting of negative and technically unsuitable cervical cytology specimens + the identification of potential abnormalities within cervical cytology specimens for subsequent interpretation by a designated checker.
To participate in departmental EQA schemes, internal quality control exercises (including the mandatory NHSCSP Screening EQA scheme) and to review slides from relevant cases for teaching IQC and clinical governance.
To comply with the BSPS health and safety procedures and laboratory codes of practise at all times and adhere to Trust and departmental policies and procedures.
To authorise HPV negative reports
Assist the departmental training team with induction and training of new staff
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- On-site Nurseries
- On-site staff cafes
- On-site parking
- Support in career development
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics
Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org
Job description
Job responsibilities
To hold the qualification required to Primary and rapid screen cervical smears and then comply with NHSCSP accuracy requirements for all staff screening cervical cytology i.e. 90% sensitivity for all grades of abnormals and 95% for high grades.
To comply with NHSCSP requirements for all staff screening cervical cytology. Individual screeners (including checkers who perform cytology screening) are currently required to screen a minimum of 3,000 cytology slides per annum.
To assist in the supervision and training of permanent staff, work experience students, volunteers and Medical Laboratory Assistants in accordance with departmental protocols
To use the ipassport document control software package to record training and competency + access controlled documents
Perform stain check to ensure the quality of diagnostic material as per SOP.
Post qualification the post-holder must undertake an appropriate update course in Cervical Cytology every year and attend any training or CPD activities appropriate to this post.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment and reporting of negative and technically unsuitable cervical cytology specimens + the identification of potential abnormalities within cervical cytology specimens for subsequent interpretation by a designated checker.
To identify and retrieve appropriate histories on patients to enable appropriate pathway management of the samples in line with the appropriate NHSCSP Screening protocol algorithm for HPV screening.
To follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and to be proactive in the development of these by suggesting improvements, and piloting revisions.
To participate in departmental EQA schemes, internal quality control exercises (including the mandatory NHSCSP Screening EQA scheme) and to review slides from relevant cases for teaching IQC and clinical governance.
To comply with the BSPS health and safety procedures and laboratory codes of practise at all times and adhere to Trust and departmental policies and procedures.
To use and maintain laboratory equipment within the department according to Trust and departmental policy.
To authorise HPV negative reports
Assist the departmental training team with induction and training of new staff
Job description
Job responsibilities
To hold the qualification required to Primary and rapid screen cervical smears and then comply with NHSCSP accuracy requirements for all staff screening cervical cytology i.e. 90% sensitivity for all grades of abnormals and 95% for high grades.
To comply with NHSCSP requirements for all staff screening cervical cytology. Individual screeners (including checkers who perform cytology screening) are currently required to screen a minimum of 3,000 cytology slides per annum.
To assist in the supervision and training of permanent staff, work experience students, volunteers and Medical Laboratory Assistants in accordance with departmental protocols
To use the ipassport document control software package to record training and competency + access controlled documents
Perform stain check to ensure the quality of diagnostic material as per SOP.
Post qualification the post-holder must undertake an appropriate update course in Cervical Cytology every year and attend any training or CPD activities appropriate to this post.
The post holder will be responsible for the assessment and reporting of negative and technically unsuitable cervical cytology specimens + the identification of potential abnormalities within cervical cytology specimens for subsequent interpretation by a designated checker.
To identify and retrieve appropriate histories on patients to enable appropriate pathway management of the samples in line with the appropriate NHSCSP Screening protocol algorithm for HPV screening.
To follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and to be proactive in the development of these by suggesting improvements, and piloting revisions.
To participate in departmental EQA schemes, internal quality control exercises (including the mandatory NHSCSP Screening EQA scheme) and to review slides from relevant cases for teaching IQC and clinical governance.
To comply with the BSPS health and safety procedures and laboratory codes of practise at all times and adhere to Trust and departmental policies and procedures.
To use and maintain laboratory equipment within the department according to Trust and departmental policy.
To authorise HPV negative reports
Assist the departmental training team with induction and training of new staff
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- IBMS accredited B.Sc. in Biomedical sciences
- HCPC registration as a Biomedical scientist
- NHSCSP certificate or Diploma in cervical cytology or equivalent qualification.
- oCompletion of the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cytology or equivalent qualification
- Certificate of competency in liquid-based cytology (Thin Prep)
Desirable
- Multi-tasking skills, prioritisation skills and initiative
- Ability to work to deadlines, well organised and flexible.
- Competent working with Excel Spread sheets
Essential
Essential
- Qualified to Primary and rapid screen cervical smears
- Be able to deliver specialist training for students and permanent staff aiming to complete the IBMS registration and specialist portfolio's.
- IBMS Training Qualification
- Assessor Training for NHSCP trainee cytoscreeners.
- Understanding of HPV primary screening technology
Desirable
- Use of BSPS LIMS e.g. Winpath Enterprise
- Experience and knowledge of routine gynae and/or Non gynae processing techniques
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- IBMS accredited B.Sc. in Biomedical sciences
- HCPC registration as a Biomedical scientist
- NHSCSP certificate or Diploma in cervical cytology or equivalent qualification.
- oCompletion of the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cytology or equivalent qualification
- Certificate of competency in liquid-based cytology (Thin Prep)
Desirable
- Multi-tasking skills, prioritisation skills and initiative
- Ability to work to deadlines, well organised and flexible.
- Competent working with Excel Spread sheets
Essential
Essential
- Qualified to Primary and rapid screen cervical smears
- Be able to deliver specialist training for students and permanent staff aiming to complete the IBMS registration and specialist portfolio's.
- IBMS Training Qualification
- Assessor Training for NHSCP trainee cytoscreeners.
- Understanding of HPV primary screening technology
Desirable
- Use of BSPS LIMS e.g. Winpath Enterprise
- Experience and knowledge of routine gynae and/or Non gynae processing 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.
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).
