Biomedical Scientist (Cellular Pathology)

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist in Belfast. This full-time role involves providing high quality laboratory services in Cellular Pathology. Candidates must have HCPC registration and experience in Cellular Pathology. The salary ranges from £29,970 to £36,483, along with benefits like enhanced annual leave and pension.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Pension

Staff benefits

Responsibilities

• Comply with Trust and Laboratory policies for UKAS Accreditation.
• Perform routine analytical procedures relevant to Cellular Pathology work.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures.

Skills

Microtomy experience

Experience in Cellular Pathology

Education

Registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist

Job description

Overview

Biomedical Scientist - Cellular Pathology. VANRATH are currently recruiting a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist based in Belfast Trust. Full-time hours (Mon - Fri 08:30-16:30). Band 5 salary scale.

Summary

The post-holder will work with the Clinical Lead and BMS Service Manager and Laboratory team to ensure the provision of a high quality, cost effective and efficient laboratory service in Cellular Pathology which will meet the standards of UKAS accreditation. The Cellular Pathology service provides Histopathology, Diagnostic Cytology, Andrology and mortuary services.

Key Duties

• The post holder will be expected to comply with Trust and Laboratory policies and procedures to ensure full UKAS Accreditation is maintained.
• Understand the principles of all procedures carried out in the Laboratory and perform routine analytical procedures relevant to the work undertaken.
• Maintenance/development of core practical skills in other laboratory disciplines as relevant to the delivery of a Cellular Pathology laboratory service as directed by the BMS Service Manager and Clinical Lead.
• Performance of special assignments or relevant duties as indicated or approved by Clinical Lead and BMS Service Manager.
• Ensure accuracy and clarity of all documentation concerned with sample examination and reporting.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures and other applicable documentation for all sections/work areas.
• Conform to statutory Health and Safety procedures.
• Ensure that an efficient, effective and documented quality management system is maintained.
• Supervise and support Band 5 BMS staff in training for specialist portfolio.
• Advise relevant BMS Team Managers on stock levels of reagents and consumables as per in-house inventory management policies.
• Attendance at refresher and management courses; keeping abreast of latest developments in journals; contributing to and participating in in-service training programmes and Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• An extended working day is a requirement of the service. The post-holder is expected to cooperate and participate in the provision of this.

NOTE: PLEASE BE AWARE THAT SPONSORSHIP CANNOT BE OFFERED FOR THIS OR ANY OTHER ROLE.

Essential Criteria

• Microtomy experience
• 1 year experience in Cellular Pathology (post HCPC)
• Registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist
• Access NI security check will be required for this role.

Salary

£29,970 - £36,483 - as per Band 5 salary scale (plus enhanced annual leave, pension, staff benefits)

For further information on this vacancy, or any other biomedical, pharmacy or research jobs in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Suzanne Lowry in the strictest confidence at [e-mail].