Locum Histology Associate Practitioner in Somerset

Pulse Healthcare Limited; New Jersey; On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare Limited is seeking a Locum Histology Associate Practitioner to join our Somerset team. This full-time, ongoing role offers core hours and a competitive hourly rate, with a focus on supporting a busy histology service.

You will process and embed tissue samples, perform microtomy and staining, and assist pathologists with diagnostic reporting. Requirements include a Biomedical Science degree, NHS histology experience, and strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 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 (required).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

NHS experience

Education

Biomedical Science degree

Tools

Microtomy techniques

Staining techniques

Job description

Locum Histology Associate Practitioner in Somerset

Somerset

Banding: Band 4

Location: Somerset

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing

Working Pattern: Core hours only

We are currently seeking a Band 4 Associate Practitioner in Histology to join our client's team in Somerset. 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

- 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 (required)