Biomedical Support Worker - Histopathology

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK healthcare organization is seeking a skilled individual to join their Cellular Pathology Department at the Royal Oldham Hospital. The role involves preparing tissue samples, entering data into the laboratory system, and performing routine tests. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave and flexible working opportunities. Ideal candidates will be team players who can also work independently. Note: This position does not qualify for sponsorship.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Flexible working opportunities

Protected hours for health and wellbeing activities

Career development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Help with the preparation of formalin fixed tissue samples.
• File wax blocks and slides.
• Prepare slides for MDT discussion.
• Receive and prepare samples for analysis and enter relevant data on the laboratory computer system.

Job description

Overview

The Royal Oldham Hospital Cellular Pathology Department provides comprehensive Histology and Cytology Services within the Northern Care Alliance and the surrounding Clinical Commissioning Groups. Working under indirect supervision, the post holder will receive and prepare samples for analysis, enter data on the laboratory computer system, and perform routine tests using established protocols and procedures. The role requires a team player who can also work independently. Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Help with the preparation of formalin fixed tissue samples.
• File wax blocks and slides.
• Prepare slides for MDT discussion.
• Receive and prepare samples for analysis, enter relevant data on the laboratory computer system and carry out technical investigations using established protocols and procedures.

Benefits

A job role with purpose and flexibility, competitive benefits package including a generous annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities, and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities. The size and scale of the NCA provide more challenges and opportunities for career development.

Equal Opportunities

The NCA is proud to serve a diverse population and is committed to delivering inclusive, accessible care. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and beliefs. We also warmly welcome interest from serving and ex‑personnel, and their relatives. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process, please contact [email protected].

Learn more about us in our Candidate Information Pack (opens in existing window). For more information about the advertised role, the main job duties/responsibilities, and working at the Northern Care Alliance, please visit our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk.