Histology Lab Associate Practitioner: Staining & Sectioning

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Laboratory Support role within the Histology department. You will participate in routine histology tasks, including accessioning specimens, assisting pathologists and staff, and performing staining and quality control under supervision.

The role emphasizes safe handling of hazardous materials, record keeping, and adherence to departmental protocols; basic IT skills are required to operate Trust systems.

Qualifications

• Basic IT skills to use Trust IT systems.
• COSHH regulations awareness and safe handling of chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens and ensure correct patient identification and accessioning.
• Assist the pathologist and BMS staff during cut-up and embedding.
• Prepare and stain slides (H&E) and perform quality control checks.
• Store specimens safely before and after processing; manage specimen disposal per protocols.
• Maintain records and participate in departmental SOP reviews.

Skills

Basic IT skills

COSHH awareness

Job description

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Laboratory Support role within the Histology department. You will participate in routine histology tasks, including accessioning specimens, assisting pathologists and staff, and performing staining and quality control under supervision.

The role emphasizes safe handling of hazardous materials, record keeping, and adherence to departmental protocols; basic IT skills are required to operate Trust systems.