Biomedical Scientist - Histopathology

Trident Healthcare Solutions Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare solutions provider is seeking a Biomedical Scientist specializing in Histopathology. The role involves providing diagnostic laboratory services, mentoring junior staff, and maintaining quality assurance in a dynamic laboratory environment. Candidates should possess a BSc in Biomedical Science and HCPC registration, with experience in Cellular Pathology techniques. Join a team dedicated to professional development and quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years post-registration experience in Cellular Pathology.
• Registration with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Provide core and specialist diagnostic laboratory services in Cellular Pathology.
• Assist in the training and development of junior staff.
• Participate in quality control and risk management procedures.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

BSc Honours Degree in Biomedical Science

IBMS Specialist Diploma

Job description

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Job Title: Locum Specialist Biomedical Scientist (Histopathology)

Grade: Band 6

Department: Cellular Pathology (Histology)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide core and specialist diagnostic laboratory services in Cellular Pathology (Histology).
• Work rotationally in specified sections of the laboratory: Specimen Dissection and Core Laboratory OR Core Laboratory and Special Diagnostics.
• Participate in specimen reception, preparation, documentation, processing, and production of histology sections for microscopic examination.
• Assist in the training and development of junior staff.
• Participate in Saturday rota and occasional weekend work.
• Ensure efficient and safe use of consumables and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and day-to-day maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Participate in quality control, quality assurance, and risk management procedures.
• Supervise and mentor trainee biomedical scientists and other healthcare professionals.
• Communicate effectively with all relevant staff groups and service users.
  
  

Essential Qualifications And Skills

• Registration with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist.
• BSc Honours Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Evidence of competency at a specialist level (e.g., IBMS Specialist Diploma).
• Minimum two years post-registration experience in Cellular Pathology.
• Broad knowledge and experience of Cellular Pathology techniques, including immunohistochemistry and quality assurance.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
  
  

Desirable Skills

• Effective team worker.
• Good organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Trust and lab policies.
• Experience in staff training and supervision.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Laboratory-based work with frequent movement between sections.
• Handling hazardous chemicals and low-temperature substances.
• Participation in technically demanding procedures requiring prolonged concentration.
• Requirement to wear personal protective equipment.
• Occasional distressing specimens and significant "sharps" hazard.
  
  

Professional Development

• Undertake continued professional development.
• Maintain HCPC registration.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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