Biomedical Scientist Cellular Pathology/Histology

NHS; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in High Wycombe is looking for an experienced Biomedical Scientist in Cellular Pathology. Suitable candidates must hold HCPC registration and possess a Biomedical Science degree. The role involves assisting senior staff in the laboratory, maintaining high standards in tissue processing and analysis. This position offers flexible working patterns and opportunities for professional development, along with NHS benefits such as generous leave and pension schemes.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

NHS pension scheme

Access to NHS discount schemes

Health and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Registration with the Health Professions Council required.
• Completion of registration portfolio is essential.
• Experience in diagnostic cellular pathology laboratory is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior staff in efficient pathology service.
• Participate in junior rota covering all laboratory processes.
• Produce histological stained sections for diagnosis.

Skills

Ability to recognise normal histology morphology

Knowledge of safety regulations

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Computer skills and use of Microsoft Office suite

Good manual dexterity

Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance processes

Knowledge and experience of histology practices

Education

Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent

Registration with the Health Professions Council as a biomedical scientist

Job description

Biomedical Scientist Cellular Pathology/Histology

Cellular Pathology is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, self-motivated and conscientious member of staff who is able to work alone, enjoy working as part of a team, in the provision of an efficient, effective and comprehensive service in the cellular pathology department.

Suitable candidates must be HCPC registered, being part of the Cellular Pathology management team, assisting Senior BMSs, and Lead BMS.

Job responsibilities

HCPC registered and practise as a Registered Biomedical Scientist, assisting senior staff in the provision of an efficient, effective and comprehensive service in the cellular pathology department.

Participation in the junior rota covering all areas of laboratory processes, maintenance and monitoring. This entails production of histological stained sections of surgical and post mortem tissues, which the consultant pathologist uses in diagnosis. This is to be of the highest quality possible ensuring patients’ needs are of paramount importance. Requires completed IBMS registration portfolio and experience in a histology laboratory and a current registration with the HCPC.

Education, Qualifications and Training

• Registration with the Health Professions Council as a biomedical scientist.
• Completion of registration portfolio
• A Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent.
• Participation in CPD

Experience

• Experience of working in a diagnostic cellular pathology laboratory as a BMS.
• Experience of standard diagnostic methods in the relevant pathology discipline.

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

• Ability to recognise normal histology morphology and routine staining techniques.
• Knowledge of safety regulations relating to safe working in pathology laboratories.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Computer skills and use of Microsoft Office suite
• Good manual dexterity & accurate pipetting skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge and experience of histology laboratory working practices

Special Circumstances

• Willingness/ability to travel to other sites
• Willingness to work internal rotation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes. We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates. We are proud to achieve the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community. Please contact [e-mail] (our Armed Forces Covenant Lead) if you would like guidance or assistance with your application. We make employment decisions by matching our service needs with the skills and experience of candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.