Job summary
The successful candidate will be joining a friendly team of scientists and Doctors in a modern laboratory and have the opportunity to learn a wide variety of histology techniques. Our facilities are close to underground and DLR services. The laboratory has UKAS accreditation and is HCPC accredited.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a competent and versatile individual with substantive experience in Cellular Pathology to provide technical support to the histology service. To be suitable for this role you must have a degree in Biomedical Science and be registered with the HCPC.
Applications are welcomed from candidates with suitable experience with the appropriate qualification.
Appointment will be subject to references and proof of a good attendance record.
About us
The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites.Pathology is made up of the following services - Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry; Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology; Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services; Immunology; Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology; Immunophenotyping; Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma. The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 822 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment..
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
For an informal discussion please contact Mr Lee Jeffries (Chief Specialist BMS Histology)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
oIBMS Accredited BSc Biomedical Science degre oCompleted IBMS specialist portfolio oRegistration with the HCPC as a biomedical scientist
Desirable
oMSc in relevant field
Experience
Essential
oProven experience post HCPC registration in a Cellular Pathology laboratory oExperience of working with Laboratory Information Management System
Desirable
oExperience of staff training oExperience of digital patholog oExperience in specimen dissection
Knowledge
Essential
oUp to date knowledge of advances in histopathology oFamiliar with laboratory Health and Safety issues oKnowledge of Quality Management and the processes involved
Skills
Essential
oIT and keyboard skills to allow operation of Windows-based software and word oAble to follow standard operating procedures oAble to troubleshoot routine laboratory issues oAble to undertake all histopathology laboratory techniques
Other
Essential
oAble to undertake 'house-keeping duties' oAble to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations oAble to work independently and work within a team of mixed skills and abilities oAble to organise and prioritise own work activities oHold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies. oThe post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations
Desirable
oPrevious NHS experience
Skills
Essential
oExcellent verbal and written communication skills oAble to work to deadlines with accuracy oAble to work under pressure oGood communication skills
