Locum Histology Band 4 Associate Practitioner - North East England

Pulse Healthcare; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is seeking a Locum Histology Band 4 Associate Practitioner for the North East England region. The role is based in Middlesborough and is a full-time, ongoing position with core hours.

You will process tissue samples, perform microtomy and staining, and assist pathologists with diagnostic reporting. The ideal candidate holds a Biomedical Science degree, has histology experience in a clinical lab, and demonstrates strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration not required.
• Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent
• Experience in Histology within a clinical laboratory
• Experience with microtomy and staining techniques
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• NHS experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Process and embed tissue samples.
• Perform microtomy and staining of slides.
• Support pathologists in diagnostic reporting.

Skills

Histology techniques

Microtomy

Staining

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

NHS experience

Education

Degree in Biomedical Science

Job description

Locum Histology Band 4 Associate Practitioner - North East England

Middlesborough

Banding: Band 4

Location: North East England

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing

Working Pattern: Core hours only

We are currently seeking a Band 4 Associate Practitioner specialising in Histology to join our client’s team in North East of England. This is a full-time, ongoing position working core hours only, offering a competitive hourly rate and the opportunity to contribute to a busy and well-established private laboratory service.

Key Responsibilities

You will process and embed tissue samples, perform microtomy, and stain slides for microscopic examination. You will support pathologists in diagnostic reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

- HCPC registration not required

- Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent

- Experience in Histology within a clinical laboratory

- Experience with microtomy and staining techniques

- Strong attention to detail

- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

- NHS experience (preferred)

Why Work with Pulse?

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Reasonable Adjustments

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