Biomedical Scientist

RITZYROCKS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading private hospital in Central London as a Biomedical Scientist in the Histopathology Team. This permanent role involves performing technical laboratory work under supervision, ensuring high scientific standards. Enjoy a supportive culture, competitive salary, and benefits including private healthcare and generous leave. Ideal for candidates with HCPC post-registration experience in histology.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Private Medical Healthcare

33 days annual leave

Season ticket travel loan

Family-friendly benefits

Retail discounts

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Experience in routine histology tasks including embedding, microtomy, and special staining.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine tasks in the Histopathology department.
• Participate in quality assurance processes.
• Operate and maintain analytical equipment.

Skills

HCPC post-registration histology laboratory experience

Knowledge of UKAS requirements

Strong laboratory skills

Tools

LIMS systems

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist to join our Histopathology Team within our Pathology Department at The London Clinic, Central London, W1G 7LJ. We offer a competitive salary range.

The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued. Join us in providing the best, personalised healthcare, aligned with our core values of Caring, Inspiring, and Pioneering.

Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals with state-of-the-art facilities around Harley Street. We employ approximately 1300 staff across 8 sites, offering a broad range of specialties, including complex medical and surgical procedures, cancer treatments, and outpatient services.

Job Profile

As a Biomedical Scientist, you will perform technical and scientific work in the laboratory under the supervision of the Chief/Senior Biomedical Scientist or Consultant, primarily within the Histopathology departments, ensuring adherence to scientific standards at all times.

• Job Type: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week.
• Shifts: 37.5 hours/week, including 1 in 4 Saturdays on a rota basis.
• Benefits include:
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 20% contribution)
• Private Medical Healthcare
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Season ticket travel loan, family-friendly benefits, retail discounts, and more
• Opportunities for career development and further education

Key Duties

• Assist senior biomedical scientists with routine tasks such as embedding, microtomy, special staining, immunohistochemistry, specimen handling, biopsy/small tissue transfers, frozen sectioning, internal quality control, and Cytology processes (Gynae and Non-Gynae).
• Follow policies and procedures at all times.
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance processes.
• Assist in evaluating new equipment and verifying methods.
• Maintain stock control.
• Operate and maintain analytical equipment after training and competency assessment.
• Participate in rotational shift patterns covering routine and specialised laboratory work, including Mohs technique if fully trained.

Skills & Experience

• HCPC post-registration histology laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of UKAS requirements.
• Strong laboratory skills in routine histology tasks such as embedding, microtomy, special staining, immunohistochemistry, specimen handling, biopsy/small tissue transfers, frozen sectioning, and quality control.
• Experience with LIMS systems and patient data entry.

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