Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Biomedical Scientist who will become an integral part of our service, being actively involved across all areas of the laboratory.
The Cellular Pathology laboratory at 60 Whitfield Street (60WS) is a consolidated service involving the Royal Free Hospital (RFH), University College London Hospitals (UCLH), Whittington Health (WH), Barnet & Chase Farm (B&CF) and the North Middlesex University Hospital (NMUH). Our new, purpose designed laboratory opened in January 2020, with entirely new equipment, and houses one of the largest Cellular Pathology services in Europe. Working closely with our academic partners in UCL and other national research bodies, the service is also a major centre for clinical trials. HSL Cellular Pathology is a UKAS Accredited Medical Laboratory (No. 9706).
Main duties of the job
You will be working in our centralised 830sqm state-of-the-art Histopathology laboratory at 60 Whitfield Street. The laboratory service has completed the final stage of our consolidation with the Royal Free and this is an especially interesting time to join, as we start the introduction of digital pathology within the service. This position will suit ambitious individuals, who want to make an immediate impact and contribution on helping the team implement and develop our vision for the laboratory service we provide.
We offer a stimulating work environment with a diverse team, very competitive salaries, 37.5 hour working week and 28 days annual leave. Operating from 07.30-19.00, with shift patterns rolling throughout the start and finish of the working day.
Training and career progression are core parts of how we operate.
We have a dedicated educational faculty within HSL coordinating training activity throughout the company, as well as our own dedicated laboratory based training manager that coordinates a range of opportunities for all staff.
We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to progressing their career in cellular pathology and making a truly meaningful impact in the care and quality of patient cases processed through our laboratories.
About us
At HSL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including:
Training and development opportunities supporting professional development
Annual salary review- No banding restrictions:As we are a private company we are not restricted by salary bandings and so are able to negotiate appropriate salaries based on experience. This also means that annual salary reviews do not hit a band ceiling.
Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms
Cash healthcare plan cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians
Sick Pay Entitlement 5 paid days in the first year of employment, 20 days thereafter
Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover
Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness (six months qualifying period)
Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing
Season Ticket Loan Scheme interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket
Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts
Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with service
Competitive annual leave allowance 28 days
Flexible working hours we support and offer flexibility around shift patterns and working schedule
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a consistently efficient, accurate and world-class service to our clients and patients.
- To produce high quality work and gain a deep understanding of the techniques employed in the department.
- To produce high quality histological sections, stained with both routine H&E and special demonstration techniques.
- To provide a speedy and high quality frozen section service for the pathologists and the various specialty bio banks.
- To participate in all rotas in operation.
- To undertake quality control of slides leaving the laboratory.
- To take part and be proficient in the use of digital pathology within the service.
- To assist with EQA.
- To perform batch acceptance testing of all new reagents entering testing services in the laboratory and to assist Section Leads in analysing and trending data generated.
- To assist in method development and validation as required.
- To operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to departmental and manufacturers protocols and procedures.
- To ensure agreed standards for turnaround times of samples and results are met.
- To be familiar with and proficient in the use of the information technology systems within the Department.
- To participate in departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within the Department.
- To assist in planning ones own work and that of other staff within a Section.
- To demonstrate commitment to flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service.
- To participate in departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within the department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a consistently efficient, accurate and world-class service to our clients and patients.
- To produce high quality work and gain a deep understanding of the techniques employed in the department.
- To produce high quality histological sections, stained with both routine H&E and special demonstration techniques.
- To provide a speedy and high quality frozen section service for the pathologists and the various specialty bio banks.
- To participate in all rotas in operation.
- To undertake quality control of slides leaving the laboratory.
- To take part and be proficient in the use of digital pathology within the service.
- To assist with EQA.
- To perform batch acceptance testing of all new reagents entering testing services in the laboratory and to assist Section Leads in analysing and trending data generated.
- To assist in method development and validation as required.
- To operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to departmental and manufacturers protocols and procedures.
- To ensure agreed standards for turnaround times of samples and results are met.
- To be familiar with and proficient in the use of the information technology systems within the Department.
- To participate in departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within the Department.
- To assist in planning ones own work and that of other staff within a Section.
- To demonstrate commitment to flexible working patterns, to meet the needs of the service.
- To participate in departmental meetings and contribute to effective communication within the department.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Some theoretical and practical knowledge in all disciplines of pathology relevant to its multidisciplinary nature.
- Previous experience in a relevant laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline.
Qualifications
Essential
- IBMS-accredited Biological Sciences degree or equivalent qualification in pathology disciplines
- Current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Some theoretical and practical knowledge in all disciplines of pathology relevant to its multidisciplinary nature.
- Previous experience in a relevant laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline.
Qualifications
Essential
- IBMS-accredited Biological Sciences degree or equivalent qualification in pathology disciplines
- Current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
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).
