Cellular Pathology BMSW Band 3

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Bedford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Bedford, England, seeks a dedicated staff member to assist in the Pathology department. Key responsibilities include ensuring quality compliance and contributing to departmental audits. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 years in a UK Pathology setting, with strong organisational and communication skills. Join a team committed to high-quality patient care and career development opportunities.

Benefits

High-quality training and development

State-of-the-art facilities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years working in a UK Pathology department.
• Experience in a Cellular Pathology department is a plus.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist BMS and senior BMS in delivering cohesive service.
• Follow quality policies and UKAS standards.
• Contribute to departmental audits and communications.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

IT literacy

Education

GCSE or 'O' level science

A level Biology

Job description

Overview

Detailed job description and main responsibilities. To assist BMS and laboratory senior BMS in the implementation and delivery of a cohesive service.

To follow the quality policy for the department including the agreed quality objectives. To follow the UKAS standards for the department using the Pathology Quality Management System as established, to fulfil the quality circles and audit inherent to the ISO 15189 standards of compliance.

To follow the Standard Operating Procedures [SOP] for the department utilising the Document Management Module of the Q-Pulse system. To comply with Policies and Procedures commensurate to role. To conduct day-to-day operations for the department and within the team. To follow the quality aspects of the department ensuring that test requests are processed according to the agreed turnaround times and within the policies. To contribute to departmental audits whether vertical, horizontal or examination audits relevant to the service. To follow the Risk Management Policy for the department such as the reporting of incidents, accidents and adverse events ensuring that Risk Assessments are followed commensurate with the role. To contribute to the department communication in disseminating and receiving information, arising from the management, operational and Health & Safety meetings, to colleagues where necessary. Where required to participate in all aspects of the department, with the ability to perform a limited range of tests and assays methodically, within the limits of their training.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• GCSE or 'O' level science

Desirable criteria

• A level Biology

Experience

Essential criteria

• Working in a UK Pathology department for a min of 2 years
• Ability to organise own work
• Ability to communicate well

Desirable criteria

• Working in a UK Cellular Pathology department for a min of 2 years

Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Fundamentals of H&S standards
• IT literacy

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of histological techniques
• Knowledge of patient sample pathways in a NHS Hospital

Organization context

It is an exciting time to join the newly formed Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. We run two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Our 7,500 staff provide high quality care for a growing population of around 700,000 across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas.

You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. Travel between hospital sites may be required. We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Probation

All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.

Employer information and resources

Documents to download

• Band 3 Job Description (PDF, 232.4KB)
• Band 3 Person Specification (PDF, 144.4KB)
• Band 3 Functional Requirements (PDF, 176.4KB)
• Disclosure & Barring Information and Recruitment of Ex-Offenders (PDF, 78.5KB)
• Staff Diversity Network (PDF, 140.3KB)
• Information for Disabled Applicants (PDF, 98.7KB)
• Bedford Hospital Site map (PDF, 2.6MB)
• Staff Benefits (PNG, 1.6MB)