Job summary
Cellular Pathology is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, self-motivated and conscientious member of staff who is able to work alone, enjoy working as part of a team, in the provision of an efficient, effective and comprehensive service in the cellular pathology department.
Suitable candidates must be HCPC registered, being part of the Cellular Pathology management team, assisting Senior BMSs, and Lead BMS.
Main duties of the job
Participation in the junior rota covering all areas of laboratory processes, maintenance and monitoring
This entails production of histological stained sections of surgical and post mortem tissues, which the consultant pathologist uses in diagnosis.
This is to be of the highest quality possible ensuring patients' needs are of paramount importance.
Requires completed IBMS registration portfolio and experience in a histology laboratory and be hold a current registration with the HCPC
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As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
HCPC registered and practise as a Registered Biomedical Scientist, assisting senior staff in the provision of an efficient, effective and comprehensive service in the cellular pathologydepartment.
Participation in the junior rota covering all areas of laboratory processes, maintenance and monitoringThis entails production of histological stained sections of surgical and post mortem tissues, which the consultant pathologist uses in diagnosis.This is to be of the highest quality possible ensuring patients needs are of paramount importance.Requires completed IBMS registration portfolio and experience in a histology laboratory and be hold a current registration with the HCPC
Job description
Job responsibilities
HCPC registered and practise as a Registered Biomedical Scientist, assisting senior staff in the provision of an efficient, effective and comprehensive service in the cellular pathologydepartment.
Participation in the junior rota covering all areas of laboratory processes, maintenance and monitoringThis entails production of histological stained sections of surgical and post mortem tissues, which the consultant pathologist uses in diagnosis.This is to be of the highest quality possible ensuring patients needs are of paramount importance.Requires completed IBMS registration portfolio and experience in a histology laboratory and be hold a current registration with the HCPC
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registration with the Health Professions Council as a biomedical scientist.
- Completion of registration portfolio
- A Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent.
- Participation in CPD
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a diagnostic cellular pathology laboratory as a BMS.
Desirable
- Experience of standard diagnostic methods in the relevant pathology discipline.
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to recognise normal histology morphology and routine staining techniques.
- Knowledge of safety regulations relating to safe working in pathology laboratories.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
- Computer skills and use of Microsoft Office suite
- Good manual dexterity & accurate pipetting skills.
- Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance processes.
- Knowledge and experience of histology laboratory working practices
Special Circumstances
Essential
- Willingness/ability to travel to other sites
Desirable
- Willingness to work internal rotation
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registration with the Health Professions Council as a biomedical scientist.
- Completion of registration portfolio
- A Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent.
- Participation in CPD
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a diagnostic cellular pathology laboratory as a BMS.
Desirable
- Experience of standard diagnostic methods in the relevant pathology discipline.
Skills, Abilities & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to recognise normal histology morphology and routine staining techniques.
- Knowledge of safety regulations relating to safe working in pathology laboratories.
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
- Computer skills and use of Microsoft Office suite
- Good manual dexterity & accurate pipetting skills.
- Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance processes.
- Knowledge and experience of histology laboratory working practices
Special Circumstances
Essential
- Willingness/ability to travel to other sites
Desirable
- Willingness to work internal rotation
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).
