Job summary
NWLP is based on a 'hub and spoke' structure; the majority of routine, specialist and non-urgent activity is centred at our hub site at Charing Cross Hospital operating extended hours covering a six day service. Urgent tests required for immediate patient management and treatment are performed in 24/7 essential service laboratories based on-site in the other hospitals in the group.
We are now offering a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 7 Senior MOHS Section Leader to join our friendly and dedicated Histopathology team at Charing Cross.
You will become part of a team of Specialist Health care scientists providing both routine and specialised diagnostic services to patients within the Hospital and external users.
Main duties of the job
We are now offering a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Band 7 Senior MOHS Section Lead to join our friendly and dedicated Cellular Pathology team. The department processes a wide range of surgical specimens and incoperates Immunohistochemistry, Immunoflourence and MOHS. The Cellular Pathology department supports the MOHS service at Chelsea and Westminister and Hillingdon hospital.
The post holder will lead the MOHS service for the histology laboratory and will be an expert with MOHS specialism, techniques and troubleshooting. They will be responsible for managing a team of experts and provide technical guidance and hands on support to Clinicians and suppliers. Previous experience with MOHS would be highly desirable.
The post holder should also have a good background and extensive experience in histology in core and specialist laboratory duties including embedding, microtomy, frozen sections, special staining and quality control.
We are committed to your development and you will have opportunities to fulfil your potential with NWLP.
About us
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2023, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
- 5 November 2023
- 4 December 2023
- Monday 8 January 2024
- Monday 5 February 2024
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- HCPC Registration.
- MSc, FIBMS or equivalent in relevant discipline or
- Demonstrable extensive relevant experience post HCPC registration in Cellular Pathology
Desirable
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
- Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work. Timely accurate working. Methodical.
- Well organised precise.
- Numerate. Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software.
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Quick to learn and comprehend.
- Able to work as team member.
- Self-motivation. Accepts responsibility.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks
- Prepared to work with biological materials.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of all aspects of specialist subject
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Use of Pathology computer systems
Desirable
- Previous experience in a large busy pathology laboratory
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- Good communication and presentation skills.
Person Specification
EDUCATION
Essential
- HCPC Registration.
- MSc, FIBMS or equivalent in relevant discipline or
- Demonstrable extensive relevant experience post HCPC registration in Cellular Pathology
Desirable
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Essential
- Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work. Timely accurate working. Methodical.
- Well organised precise.
- Numerate. Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software.
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Quick to learn and comprehend.
- Able to work as team member.
- Self-motivation. Accepts responsibility.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks
- Prepared to work with biological materials.
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of all aspects of specialist subject
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Use of Pathology computer systems
Desirable
- Previous experience in a large busy pathology laboratory
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Essential
- Good communication and presentation skills.
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).
