Biomedical Scientist - Cellular Pathology | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking an enthusiastic biomedical scientist for a 2-year secondment in Salford. The role involves contributing to the ISO 15189 accredited Cellular Pathology service, performing laboratory duties including quality control and diagnostic services. Ideal candidates will demonstrate independence, be self-motivated, and align with trust values. Applications close on August 3, 2025.

Qualifications

• Diligent and conscientious work ethic.
• Ability to maintain registration and CPD standards.
• Experience in cellular pathology services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical work of the Cellular Pathology Service.
• Maintain department quality management systems.
• Participate in out of hours service and weekend service.

Skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

HCPC registration as a biomedical scientist

Job description

Northern Care Alliance, Cellular Pathology, is an ambitious,welcoming, patient & people-focused organisation.As experts, we are proud to deliver high quality diagnostic &prognostic services; creating opportunities to support, develop and progress our teams, adding value to our local communities.

Applications are invited from motivated, dynamic biomedical scientists for this exciting 2 year secondment post. You will participate in the delivery of our ISO 15189 accredited Cellular Pathology service, contributing to the wide ranging laboratory service including microtomy, quality control, intra-operative diagnostic frozen sections, audit, immunocytochemistry, skin immunofluorescence, muscle enzyme histochemistry, Moh’s clinic, cytology adequacy assessment clinics, renal clinics, cytology preparation, biopsy preparation, processing and embedding and special stains.

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, self-motivated, individual who demonstrates diligent and conscientiousness as well as a strong alignment to the Trust values through their contribution to the work of the laboratory. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment. Successful NHS applicants must be in a position to take the role on a secondment basis.

To contribute and deliver the scientific and technical work of the Cellular Pathology Service

Maintain registration as a biomedical scientist through continuing to meet the standards of proficiency for safe and effective practice and continuing to meet the HCPC’s standards for continuing professional development.

To work within Trust & departmental SOPs and Policies to ensure the delivery of a safe, patient focused & high quality service.

To contribute to the maintenance of department quality management systems

To develop and maintain personal competence for all aspects of personal activity within role

To participate in out of hours service and weekend service as required

The Diagnostics and Pharmacy Group is part of the Northern Care Alliance (NCA), one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place of science, innovation and transformational thinking, the Diagnostic and Pharmacy Group unites Radiology, Pathology and Pharmacy services across the NCA to create a cooperative group committed to delivering safe, consistent, and high-quality care.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk




This advert closes on Sunday 3 Aug 2025