Associate Practitioner - Cellular Pathology

NHS Jobs; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a lab technician to support tissue processing and cellular pathology workflows. You will perform sample preparation, cut-up, embedding and microtomy, and use automated platforms for sample tracking, staining and digital imaging.

You will prepare biological fluids and input data into the laboratory information management system. In-house training will be provided to achieve competency in cellular pathology.

Qualifications

• Experience in cellular pathology is essential and in-house training will be provided to achieve competency.
• Role involves preparation of biological fluids and data entry into the LIMS.
• Familiarity with tissue processing workflows is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform sample preparation, cut-up, embedding and microtomy as part of routine workflows.
• Utilise automated platforms for sample tracking, staining and digital imaging.
• Handle preparation of biological fluids and maintain accurate records in the LIMS.
• Support the cellular pathology team and participate in competency development through training.

Skills

Sample prep

Microtomy

Data input

Fluid handling

Tools

LIMS

Job description

The job will include sample preparation, assistance in cut-up, embedding and microtomy and the use of automated platforms for sample tracking, staining and digital imaging. You will also be involved in the preparation of biological fluids and data input into the laboratory computer system. Experience in Cellular pathology is essential but In-house training will be given to achieve competency.

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust