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Band 4 – Histology Associate Practitioner – Hertford

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Job Title:Histology Associate Practitioner
Banding:Band 4
Location:Hertford, Hertfordshire
Start:ASAP
Duration:Ongoing
Rate:£20.00 – £27.00 Per Hour
Working hours:Monday – Friday, core hours

Are you a skilled histology associate practitioner looking for an exciting opportunity in Hertford, Hertfordshire? Join our client’s dynamic team at a leading healthcare provider where your expertise will be valued and your professional growth supported. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care. If you’re passionate about histology and eager to advance your career, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, you will perform routine biomedical investigations and participate in daily scientific and technical activities within the laboratory. Your role will involve processing various specimens, including microtomy, embedding, and immunohistochemistry, while adhering to standard operating procedures. You will also be responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, managing stock control, and ensuring accurate data entry. Additionally, you will support cross-site working, participate in training and competency development, and communicate effectively with staff at all levels to maintain high standards of health and safety.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Foundation degree or equivalent qualification in a scientific field
• Demonstrated competency at a Higher Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA Band 3) level or equivalent
• Significant experience working in histopathology or a similar pathology environment
• Must have previous Microtomy experience
• Excellent organisational skills
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines
• Commitment to continuous professional development and learning

Why work with Pulse?

From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.

Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the perfect placement. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else.

We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a professional—not just a resource.

How to Apply

If you are interested in registering with us, would like to know more about this position or simply discuss any other opportunities we have, we would love to hear from you by applying using the link below.

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.


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