Advanced Biomedical Scientist Training and Quality Management

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS organization seeks an Advanced Biomedical Scientist to provide high-quality pathology services in Salford. The role involves training and quality management within Cellular Pathology, supporting diagnosis and treatment of patients. Successful candidates will have significant experience and a relevant specialist diploma, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and effective services.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is essential.
• Experience in cellular pathology is required.
• Qualification in quality or training is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily staff training and quality management activities.
• Analyze and interpret results, ensuring quality outcomes.
• Deputy for Cellular Pathology Operations Manager when needed.

Skills

Training Management

Quality Management

Cellular Pathology Expertise

Education

MSC or higher specialist diploma

Job description

Advanced Biomedical Scientist Training and Quality Management

Employer: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Salford, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 5 Jul 2025

Job summary

The post holder will act as an experienced Advanced HPC Registered Biomedical Scientist to provide continuous and comprehensive Pathology service, aiding effective diagnosis and treatment of patients. They will assist in delivering a high-quality, cost-effective clinical service and support service development aligned with departmental objectives.

The post holder will provide training and quality management expertise in Cellular Pathology across NCA, working flexibly at various sites. Responsibilities include staff training (competencies, registration, specialist portfolios) and quality management, acting as a senior team member to ensure good governance and support the quality management system.

The Cellular Pathology service for NCA operates in two departments: Salford and Oldham. The primary base is Salford, with support across NCA. The department processes approximately 98,000 histology requests annually, covering Neurology, Dermatology, Breast, Head & Neck, Gynae, GI, Urology, Respiratory, and handles 10,000 diagnostic cytology and Andrology services.

Main duties of the job

• Manage and coordinate daily staff training and department quality management system activities.
• Train, develop, and assess staff competencies.
• Analyze and interpret results, ensuring standard and quality of outcomes.
• Participate in technical activities requiring advanced technical knowledge.
• Process biomedical specimens with specialist technical skills.
• Manage workflow efficiently within the department.
• Maintain HCPC registration through ongoing professional development.
• Serve as the department's training manager.
• Deputize for the Cellular Pathology Operations Manager when needed.

About us

The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organizations in the country. It unites Radiology, Pathology, and Pharmacy services to deliver safe, high-quality care.

Job description

For detailed duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached under supporting documents. Further information about working at NCA can be found in the Candidate Information Pack or on our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk.

Person Specification

Registration

• HCPC registration (Essential)

Qualifications

• MSC or higher specialist diploma (Essential)
• Qualification in quality or training (Desirable)

Experience

• Experience in cellular pathology (Essential)

Additional requirements

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required.
• Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Additional information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check will be required. Applicants requiring UK Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome; further details are available on the careers website. From 6 April 2017, applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence over the past 10 years if they resided there for 12 months or more.

Employer details

Employer: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Cellular Pathology, Salford Royal Hospital, Stott Lane, Salford, M6 8HD

Website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk