Advanced Scientist Dissector

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leicester seeks an Advanced Scientist Dissector to join their Cellular Pathology department. This role involves managing the dissection of complex specimens, training Biomedical Scientists, and ensuring high standards of service delivery. Candidates will contribute to the education of staff and maintain quality standards in line with accreditation requirements. The position requires a relevant degree and extensive experience in pathology, dissection, and staff supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Biomedical Scientist with expertise in dissection techniques.
• Experience in a pathology service is essential.
• Excellent communication skills are required for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist dissection lead in managing departmental objectives.
• Provide scientific advice and assist with complex specimen dissection.
• Ensure proper training and development of staff within the department.

Skills

Specimen dissection

Expert scientific advice

Management of staff

Training and supervision

Emergency response

Education

Relevant degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Tools

Quality Management System

Job description

Applications are invited for an Advanced Scientist Dissector to join our committed and enthusiastic team in the Cellular Pathology department in Leicester. The position will be based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and the Glenfield Hospital sites.

You will work with colleagues within the Cellular Pathology Department to ensure provision of a high quality Pathology service in UHL. Responsibilities will include specimen dissection and the training and supervision of Biomedical Scientists and junior medical staff in appropriate dissection techniques. You will be recognised as specialist in your field, and as such expert practice will comprise the most significant part of the role.

This post is intended to provide highly specialist dissection of complex specimens in support of the consultant reporting teams within the Cellular Pathology Service. This will involve day to day management of these sections under the direction of the Dissection Lead and consultant teams, ensuring that all aspects of performance, attendance and training are addressed in accordance with Trust Policy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dissection lead in the management and provision of service delivery in the specified area according to agreed departmental objectives by appropriate allocation of staff and material resources
• Provide expert scientific and technical advice within the department and to service users, and assist medical staff in the interpretation of complex technical and scientific issues
• Perform independent dissection of complex specimens that fall within the RCPath designation of category A, B and C and a range of category D & E specimens
• Ensure management and training of staff in their area is in accordance with the department's training plan and ensure that staff's duties are consistent with their competence
• Take an active role in departmental education activities including supervision and teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Be responsible for the evaluation and implementation of new equipment, methods and practices for the section as appropriate
• Maintain expert knowledge of current technological and scientific developments
• Senior point of contact for emergencies in the designated area
• Maintain continual professional education and promote lifelong learning for managed staff
• Work to the defined quality standards for all aspects of the service e.g. United Kingdom Accreditation Services (UKAS) and all the standards this encompasses
• Work with the Dissection lead/Advanced Biomedical Scientist responsible for Specimen Reception and Dissection regarding supervision of staff and scheduling of dissection sessions
• Review the performance of staff in consultation with the Quality and Training Manager and make recommendations for development and further training
• Provide documentation and quality data as required for the Quality Management System
• Deliver training to Biomedical Scientist staff, other staff grades (including medical staff and clinical scientists) and placement students, and maintain relevant training records both for the dissection section and within general Histology
• Participate in research and trials support, including tissue sampling, the evaluation of research portfolios and the provision of tissue for external research and trials
• Create, maintain and review relevant Standard Operating Procedures. This includes writing Standard Operating Procedures electronically using the document control procedure
• Promote and maintain a high standard of relevant education and training
• Assist with aspects of Health and Safety monitoring and risk assessments and ensure all equipment and procedures are fit for purpose

Working for Our Organisation

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023‑2030). We have four primary goals:

• High‑quality care for all
• Being a great place to work
• Partnerships for impact
• Research and education excellence

We will embed health equality in all we do – taking active steps to reduce avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• We are compassionate
• We are proud
• We are inclusive
• We are one team

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies

Application Process

Please submit your application form without delay to avoid disappointment. We will close vacancies prior to the publishing closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms.

Please check the email account (including your junk mail) that you supplied as part of your application on a regular basis following the closing date and throughout the recruitment process, as this is how we will communicate with you.

Equal Opportunities

UHL is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds who match our job criteria.

Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be interviewed if you indicate you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.

UHL is committed to helping colleagues balance the demands of both their work and personal needs through flexible working arrangements wherever reasonably practicable and subject to service needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

As part of the role you will be required to undertake a Disclosure & Barring Service check. The Trust will pay for the check initially and the money will then be deducted from your salary over a three‑month period commencing on your first month’s payment. The current price of a check is £38 for an enhanced and £18 for a standard check.

COVID‑19 Risk Assessment

Due to the current COVID pandemic we have introduced a staff risk assessment into our pre‑employment process. This now forms part of the mandatory pre‑employment checks that will be carried out if you receive a conditional offer. The risk assessment is intended to ensure you are able to safely perform your duties in any of our work areas, and if you have been identified as being particularly vulnerable to coronavirus, our main aim is to reduce risk and to ensure the safety of all new starters to the Trust as well as current staff, patients and visitors. If you are identified as being within a vulnerable category, we will endeavour to make reasonable adjustments to accommodate this through discussions with both Occupational Health and your recruiting manager.

COVID Vaccination Status

COVID‑19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, family, colleagues and our patients/service users from the COVID‑19 virus. We therefore continue to encourage our current and potential colleagues to get vaccinated.

Diversity Statement

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust holds the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of everything it does and all that it stands for. We are committed to developing a workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We welcome applications from the diverse community of Leicester, Leicester and Rutland, to help deliver healthcare services that meets the needs of our diverse communities.