Biomedical Scientist Histopathology

NHS Professionals; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Learning & Development opportunities

Job summary

NHS Professionals is seeking a Biomedical Scientist for Histopathology at Queens Medical Centre in Nottingham. You will examine pathological samples with diverse technologies and ensure accurate results are reported to support patient care. You may work across QMC and NCH depending on service needs.

You will join a team committed to high professional standards, staff development, and zero tolerance of discrimination, aligned with NHS values and public funds stewardship.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
• Relevant Biomedical Science qualification.
• Experience in Histopathology.
• Knowledge of laboratory quality control procedures.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory analyses under the direction of senior Biomedical Scientist staff, ensuring results are reported accurately and appropriately documented.
• Participate in departmental rosters and adapt duties to operational requirements of the laboratory.
• Perform quality control procedures and review results to identify issues and take corrective action.
• Assist in operation and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and report faults.
• Maintain laboratory supplies by monitoring and replenishing consumables and equipment; organise work efficiently.
• Ensure competent use of computerised data management systems and comply with policies, SOPs, safety and data protection.

Skills

HCPC registration

Histopathology experience

Quality control procedures

Professional development

Education

Relevant Biomedical Science qualification

Job description

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist in Histopathology at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust to join the Histopathology Department at Queens Medical Centre. You will be responsible for carrying out the examination of pathological samples using a range of technologies and ensuring accurate results are reported or presented appropriately. You will support the delivery of a quality-driven, cost-effective and patient-focused service, working as part of the departmental team in line with the Trusts objectives and professional standards. You will be based at one campus but may be required to work across both Queens Medical Centre (QMC) and Nottingham City Hospital (NCH), depending on service requirements.

Main duties of the job

As a Biomedical Scientist, you will be responsible for promoting the Trusts core values and maintaining high professional standards in all aspects of your work. You will be supporting a culture that values staff contributions, professional development and equality, while demonstrating zero tolerance of discrimination. You will be managing your responsibilities in accordance with the principles of the NHS and contributing to the responsible stewardship of public funds. You will also support opportunities for innovation, teaching and research, helping to encourage new approaches and continuous development within the organisation.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

Job Role & Responsibilities

• To carry out laboratory analyses under the direction of senior Biomedical Scientist staff, ensuring results are reported accurately and appropriate records and documentation are completed and maintained.
• To participate in departmental rosters as required and undertake duties according to the operational requirements of the laboratory, including working flexibly when necessary.
• To perform quality control procedures and review quality control results to identify poor performance, investigating issues and taking appropriate corrective action where required.
• To participate in the operation and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment, reporting any faults or issues appropriately to support the safe and effective functioning of equipment.
• To maintain appropriate laboratory supplies by monitoring and replenishing consumables, reagents and equipment, while organising personal work activities to make effective use of available time and resources.
• To ensure competent use of computerised data management systems and maintain compliance with laboratory policies, Standard Operating Procedures, safety requirements, statutory obligations, patient confidentiality and data protection legislation.

Person Specifications & Qualifications

• HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist.
• Relevant Biomedical Science qualification.
• Experience in Histopathology.
• Knowledge of laboratory quality control procedures.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

NHS Professionals Limited

Location

Queens Medical Centre, Derby Road, NOTTINGHAM, NG7 2UH, United Kingdom