Biomedical Scientist Trainee: Pathology Training & Diploma Track

NHS National Services Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking conscientious and motivated Biomedical Scientists to rotate through the Histopathology department at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. The role involves multi-tasking across sections with extensive training and competence-based assessments to support the specimen pathway.

The post emphasises continued professional development, with requirements to achieve IBMS Specialist Diploma within set timelines and to complete the IBMS Registration Portfolio to gain HCPC registration.

Qualifications

• IBMS Accredited Honours Degree in Biomedical Science is required.
• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist is required.
• IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology (or IBMS equivalent) is required or must be pursued within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through the different sections of the department.
• Work in routine Histopathology sections linked to the specimen pathway.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Competence-based assessments

Education

IBMS Accredited Honours Degree in Biomedical Science

HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist

IBMS post-registration Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology

Job description

NHS Scotland is seeking conscientious and motivated Biomedical Scientists to rotate through the Histopathology department at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee. The role involves multi-tasking across sections with extensive training and competence-based assessments to support the specimen pathway.

The post emphasises continued professional development, with requirements to achieve IBMS Specialist Diploma within set timelines and to complete the IBMS Registration Portfolio to gain HCPC registration.