Biomedical Scientist/Specialist Biomedical Scientist – Main Lab/Cut-up

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Colney; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS trust in the UK is seeking a specialist Biomedical Scientist to join their Histopathology Department. This role offers the chance to contribute to a busy teaching hospital laboratory, undertaking specimen dissection and supporting a committed team. The ideal candidate will have a Biomedical Scientist degree and HCPC registration, with opportunities for professional development and involvement in training staff. Join a collaborative environment with a focus on quality and innovation.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Discounted gym memberships

NHS benefits including pension scheme

On-site nursery

Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Qualifications

• HCPC registered BMS staff required.
• IBMS accredited Biomedical Scientist degree mandatory.
• Engagement in professional development and educational activities.

Responsibilities

• Dissect specimens as a specialist BMS.
• Support band 7 staff in training and supervising.
• Participate in audits and quality control.

Skills

Specialist dissection

Quality control

Staff supervision

Laboratory skills

Education

IBMS accredited Biomedical Scientist degree

HCPC registration

Tools

CEREBRO specimen tracking system

Job description

A post is available in the Histopathology Department. This post presents an exciting opportunity to be part of an excellent team working in a busy modern teaching hospital laboratory. The department has a workload of around 70,000 surgical requests per year and covers a wide range of routine and specialised services.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a committed team of office, laboratory and Consultant Pathologist staff. The department encourages active professional development and further educational activities. The service is expanding Biomedical Scientist advanced dissection and Biomedical Scientist reporting roles. The service is also carrying out digital pathology reporting, and is progressing towards full digital reporting. We also use CEREBRO specimen tracking system and have replaced most of our specialist laboratory equipment this year.

Applications will be considered from HCPC registered BMS staff with an IBMS accredited Biomedical Scientist degree for a progression band 5 to band 6 post, whilst they gain the IBMS specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology.

Post holder will play a key role in the following areas:

• Work as a specialist BMS in the dissection/reception and section cutting services.
• Carry out specimen dissection mainly for specimens within the RcPath Categories A – C.
• Carry our frozen sections and Mohs frozen sections.
• Support band 7 staff, including staff/workload supervision, staff training and quality control.
• Carry out audits and appraisals.
• Support staff CPD.

Post holder will have the following opportunities:

• Develop your skills and experience in specialist areas of the lab, including specimen dissection and Mohs technique.
• Assist/deputize for senior BMS staff in the supervision of BMS staff and workload.
• Be involved with training and mentoring Registered and trainee BMS staff and Biomedical Support Worker staff.
• Participate in service development and implementation of Lean methodology.

Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Clarke Job title: Chief Biomedical Scientist Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01603 286014