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Band 6 Biomedical Scientist – Histology

Pulsejobs.com
London
2 weeks ago
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The Biomedical Science team at Pulse are currently recruiting a Band 6 Biomedical Scientist in Histology to work in a busy NHS Hospital in London. We are looking for a biomedical scientist who can make a real difference in supporting the laboratory’s cellular histology service.
Position: Biomedical Scientist
Banding: 6
Location: London
Hours: Full-time
Duration: Ongoing
What will you be doing in this Biomedical Scientist role?
As a Biomedical Scientist in Histology, you will be expected to be proficient in microtomy able to cut over 30 blocks and hour to a high standard; alongside having experience in embedding and staining. On a day to day basis you will be supporting the senior biomedical scientists in the delivery of the service and providing guidance to junior members of staff.
The benefits of this position are:
Practical assistance with relocation, accommodation and DBS/CRB checks
Dedicated and experienced consultants who fully understand your specialist field
Dedicated payroll consultant to ensure prompt payment
Guidance and advice on CV and interview techniques
Practical assistance with professional body registration
A choice of PAYE, umbrella or LTD company payments
Essential Requirements for this Biomedical Scientist position:
HCPC registered
UK NHS or private sector Histology laboratory experience
Microtomy experience
Why work with Pulse?
Knowledgeable, dedicated and vastly experienced Biomedical Science Team with longstanding professional relationships with multiple client
Access to exclusive vacancies through our numerous Master Vendor trusts across the country
Vacancies outside of NHS Rate caps with our private sector agreements
Access to International roles outside of England and the United Kingdom
Collaboration on exclusive Laboratory projects with the wider Acacium Group as a whole
What are the next steps?
If the role sounds like the perfect fit for you, please apply now.If you are interested in registering with us, would like to know more about this position or simplydiscuss any other opportunities we have, we would love to hear from you. Feel free to contact usdirectly for a chat on .Should you wish to apply for this position please click on the “apply now” button to start the process.We know you’ll love working with us, and so would your friends. So why not introduce us and earnsome extra money in the process?The way it works is simple: if you introduce candidates who are not previously known to Pulseand we are successful in placing them, we will pay you up to £1,500. More information regarding referrals can be found on our website.
About Pulse
The minute you register with us we make it about one thing: you. The first time we talk you’ll realise we know your speciality inside out. Our expert recruitment consultants are here to find you the very best opportunities and help youevery step of the way in securing the greatest placement. We hold preferred or sole supplier statuswith many clients which means you’ll have access to a range of opportunities that can’t be foundanywhere else.
Pulse is proud to be an equitable, diverse, and inclusive employer, if you require any reasonable adjustment or support 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. Please note that our job adverts are correct at the time of publication, but some details and job responsibilities are subject to change. This job advert may not be copied, imitated, or used, in whole or in part, by third-party websites, without prior written consent.

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