Biomedical Scientist - Histopathology / Cellular Pathology

NHS; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Biomedical Scientist in Histopathology to join a friendly and supportive team at Ipswich Hospital. This role offers an opportunity to develop your career while contributing to high-quality pathology services. You will be responsible for testing and processing biomedical specimens, supervising staff, and maintaining professional standards. If you are HCPC-registered and eager to enhance your skills in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with experience in Histopathology.
• Evidence of CPD and ability to work flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Undertake testing and processing of biomedical specimens.
• Supervise and train less experienced staff in your area of work.
• Participate in maintaining the quality management system.

Skills

Biomedical Science

Histopathology

Laboratory IT Systems

CPD (Continuing Professional Development)

Education

Biomedical Science BSc

Job description

Job summary

At Ipswich Hospital, we are looking for a Biomedical Scientist in Histopathology to join us. You will be working in a busy, dedicated, and friendly team that supports and actively encourages your training and development.

You will be a HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist with a Biomedical Science BSc degree or equivalent, with evidence of CPD and experience in Histopathology.

For more information, please visit: About our Pathology Service

Our vision is to deliver innovative, high-performing pathology services focused on our customers, ensuring high quality and fully compliant services.

Our service is clinically led and designed to achieve the benefits of scale by working together, while remaining close enough to our customers to meet their needs and support the excellent clinical care provided by our hospitals.

We are committed to attracting and retaining the best pathology staff. If you want to develop your career and help us achieve our vision, we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

1. Undertake testing and processing of biomedical specimens, analyze and record results, and enter information into laboratory IT systems.
2. Work flexibly according to service needs, which may include extended working hours.
3. Supervise and/or train less experienced staff in your area of work and competency.
4. Handle human body fluids, tissues, and hazardous chemicals, including blood, pus, urine, feces, and respiratory secretions.
5. Maintain and promote a professional image of the organization.
6. Participate in maintaining our quality management system.