Cellular Pathology Operations Manager

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Carmarthen seeks a manager responsible for leading staff and providing specialist advice on clinical matters. The role includes managing financial resources, ensuring compliance with training requirements, and maintaining departmental IT and data management. Desirable qualifications include knowledge of health and safety legislation and the ability to communicate in Welsh. This position offers a full-time permanent contract with a salary range of £56,514 to £63,623 per year.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and motivate staff.
• Experience in providing specialist advice on technical and clinical matters.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial resources and lead procurement processes.
• Support staff development and ensure compliance with training requirements.
• Maintain departmental IT security and data management.

Job description

£56,514.00 to £63,623.00 per year, £56514.00 - £63623.00 a year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

11/01/2026

About this job

The post holder is responsible for leading and motivating staff, providing highly specialist advice on technical and clinical matters, and maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

They are expected to manage financial resources, lead procurement processes, and ensure accurate record‑keeping and audit trails.

The manager must support staff development, ensure compliance with training and regulatory requirements, and facilitate the introduction of new equipment and methodologies.

They are also responsible for departmental IT security, data management, and supporting audits, research, and clinical trials.

Additionally, the role requires maintaining up-to-date knowledge of health and safety legislation and ensuring departmental compliance with risk‑management policies.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences.

In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post.

If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interviews will be held on :13/01/2026