Registered Biomedical Scientist - Cellular Pathology

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Winchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Winchester is seeking a Registered Biomedical Scientist for its Cellular Pathology department. The role involves performing essential laboratory tasks and requires an IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Science along with current HCPC registration. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The department is committed to quality improvement and flexible working options.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience of Good Laboratory Practice.
• Experience of working in a Cellular Pathology laboratory is desirable.
• Be able to follow technically complex procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all core aspects of routine Cellular Pathology.
• Perform microtomy, embedding, special staining techniques, Immunohistochemistry.
• Lead the team and perform frozen section and OSNA techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Ability to organise workload

Teamwork

Education

IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Science

Current HCPC registration

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS)

Job description

Job overview

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Registered Biomedical Scientist to work in our friendly, well-equipped Cellular Pathology department, which processes approximately 35,000 samples per year, providing essential services to the Trust and the wider healthcare community.

You will have excellent communication, scientific and time management skills and your work will ensure that the department continues to deliver a high quality, timely and effective service, where patient safety and experience are central. The role will require the post-holder to be flexible and highly organised, able to align their values with those of the organisation and to work as part of an enthusiastic team with a 'can-do' positive attitude.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to participate in all core aspects of routine Cellular Pathology including microtomy, embedding, special staining techniques, Immunohistochemistry and specimen transfers. Previous laboratory experience will be advantageous including knowledge of quality management, health & safety and quality improvement.

Working for our organisation

The Cellular Pathology Department is in an exciting period of service development and has begun implementing a Digital Pathology solution, which the post holders will have the opportunity to be involved with.

The central Histology laboratory service is situated on the Royal Hampshire Hospital site in Winchester with a small satellite team based at the Basingstoke & North Hampshire Hospital.

The post holders will work routinely as part of the team based at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital with a commitment to the Basingstoke site as part of a BMS rotational team to lead the team and perform frozen section and OSNA techniques, once training where required is in place.

We support IBMS Specialist Portfolios and extending practical skill sets for registered scientists looking to move to more specialist roles after practical competencies for the role have been met.

Hampshire Hospitals Cellular Pathology is accredited by UKAS to ISO15189:2012 and complies with HTA standards.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered.

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.

For informal discussions about this role, please contact Edit Szabone Kalmar, Cellular Pathology Operational Manager.

Person specification

Education

Essential criteria

• IBMS accredited degree in Biomedical Science
• Current HCPC registration

Experience & Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Knowledge and experience of Good Laboratory Practice

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working in a Cellular Pathology laboratory

Skills & Abilities

Essential criteria

• Be able to follow technically complex procedures and protocols
• Ability to organise own workload and demonstrate initiative

Desirable criteria

• Experience of Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS)

Personal attributes

Essential criteria

• Ability to work individually and as part of a team
• Evidence of good communication skills

Our commitment to you:

We are committed to equality and diversity in both the provision of our services and how we recruit and manage our staff. Applications are encouraged from everyone with the necessary attributes for the job, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.

Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered.

The paperwork

• HHFT is committed to putting the safety and care of our patients first - as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues. Therefore, we would recommend that you are vaccinated against COVID-19 and that you understand that we are treating COVID-19 positive patients within our services.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted at least 5 working days before the scheduled interview date. Applications will be submitted directly into our preferred third party recruitment system (Trac). All subsequent information regarding your application will be generated from apps.trac.jobs via email - please ensure to check your junk/spam folders.
• All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.
• In compliance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, all applicants must be able to communicate fluently in English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed as part of the selection process.
• This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. If you intend to apply you are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.
• We believe that using technology wisely reflects strong time management and a commitment to innovation. However, it\'s essential to personalise your recruitment application to showcase your unique skills and experiences. Over-reliance on generic, AI-generated content may result in rejection if multiple candidates submit applications with similar language or structure. In such cases, recruiting managers may reach out for further clarity where applications appear consistent with others, to better understand your individual strengths.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Documents to download

• 251-FCSS6070-A_251-FCSS2198-LG - BIO Med Scientist - Celllular Path (W) B5 (PDF, 528.2KB)
• Pledge (PDF, 205.7KB)
• HHFT Employee Rewards & Benefits (PDF, 723.8KB)
• Tackling Climate Change at Hampshire Hospitals (PDF, 4.9MB)