Biomedical Scientist - Histopathology

NHS; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An enthusiastic biomedical scientist is sought to join the Cellular Pathology team at a leading NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves working in a busy Histopathology department with opportunities for professional development and training. Candidates must be flexible and reliable, with a commitment to continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of specialist training in a clinical laboratory.
• HCPC registered as a biomedical scientist or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Rotating through sections of routine Histopathology and Non-gynae Cytology.
• Participating in a minimum two-year postgraduate training program.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory services

Participation in CPD

Education

Biomedical Science Degree

Job description

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Biomedical Scientist - Histopathology

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Job summary

We are looking to employ an enthusiastic and highly motivated biomedical scientist who is professional, reliable, and flexible to join our Cellular Pathology team at this busy NHS Foundation Trust.

The appointee will be based within the Histopathology department at King's Mill Hospital, rotating through sections of routine Histopathology, Non-gynae Cytology, Andrology, and Immunohistochemistry, with occasional travel to Newark Hospital, where we have a satellite laboratory.

The Department has full UKAS accreditation, HCPC/IBMS training status, and actively encourages CPD participation. The laboratory currently operates on weekdays only, but candidates must have the flexibility to work 5 out of 7 days per week if required. The payment scheme aligns with Agenda for Change terms and conditions.

You will be based within the UKAS 15189:2012 accredited Pathology Department at King's Mill Hospital, which has HCPC/IBMS training status. The department is developing collaborative relationships with neighboring Trusts. This is an exciting time as we develop a culture of continuous improvement to ensure outstanding healthcare delivery.

Main duties of the job

To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job, please refer to the attached job description.

About us

Thank you for your interest in this role.

Sherwood is nationally recognized as an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are proud of our 5,500 colleagues and were named the Health Service Journal's Trust of the Year in 2020.

The Care Quality Commission rated King's Mill Hospital as Outstanding, and Newark and Mansfield Community Hospitals as Good. Overall, we are rated Outstanding for care.

For the past three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands, and in 2020, we were the third-best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.

Happy colleagues provide better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment that promotes wellbeing and offers development and progression opportunities. We care for our patients and for you.

Our culture emphasizes learning, compassion, and a person-centered approach. We would love for you to join us.

Job responsibilities

To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the job, please refer to the attached job description.

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Person Specification

Knowledge

• Relevant theoretical, practical, and scientific knowledge to underpin the technical aspects of a laboratory service.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered as a biomedical scientist or a Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent acceptable by HCPC.

Further Training

• Participation in CPD.
• The post holder will be expected to undertake a minimum two-year postgraduate training program to demonstrate competency using the Specialist Portfolio in Histopathology.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of specialist training in a clinical laboratory, during which sufficient knowledge has been acquired to demonstrate competence in the portfolio of specialist training.

Contractual Requirements

• 37.5 hours per week.
• Annual attendance at Trust Fire lecture.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per annum, pro-rata.