Locum Histology BMS - Staffordshire

Pulse Staffing Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare Limited in Staffordshire is seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist with a Histology focus to join our client team in Staffordshire. This full-time, ongoing position offers an hourly rate and core hours only, with the chance to contribute to a busy laboratory service and support diagnostic reporting by pathologists. NHS experience is preferred and HCPC registration is required.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is 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.
• Stain slides for microscopic examination.
• Support pathologists in diagnostic reporting.

Skills

Communication and teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent

Job description

Biomedical Scientist/Associate Practitioner in Histology

Banding: Band 4 - 6

Location: Staffordshire

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing

Working Pattern: Core hours only

Hourly Rate: £17 - 26

We are currently seeking a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist specialising in Histology to join our client’s team in Staffordshire. 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 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

- 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)

Reasonable Adjustments

If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the necessary support throughout your application and placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.