Job summary
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic applicant to join a dedicated team in a modern department, providing a high-quality service.
Ideally the applicant should have completed their specialist portfolio in Cellular Pathology or be able to demonstrate they are close to completion.
We will consider Biomedical Scientists from other areas of Pathology who are in the process of completing their Specialist Portfolio but if successful they must be willing to complete the Specialist Portfolio in Cellular Pathology
The successful candidate will have at least two years post registration experience and be highly motivated and organised, possess excellent interpersonal skills and show both analytical and creative potential.
Base Location: Poole and Bournemouth Hospital
Interview date: To be confirmed
Main duties of the job
Duties will include laboratory, clinic, and quality management tasks which may be of a complex nature. The applicant should be able to demonstrate familiarity assisting with carrying out audits and revising documents.
In addition, the post holder will be expected to supervise and train Medical Laboratory Assistants, Associate Practitioners and Trainee Biomedical Scientists and participate in BMS led dissection.
Cellular Pathology has a high quality UKAS accreditation record and it is an approved laboratory for Registration and Specialist training by the IBMS. The department will soon be moving to a new purpose-built laboratory facility and is currently implementing advanced digital and computational pathology systems as part of a pan-Dorset service improvement program; we would expect any suitable candidate to take an active role in this ongoing project.
About us
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
In some cases this means that a services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good General Education
- Registration with HCPC
- IBMS specialist portfolio or equivalent post graduate knowledge
Desirable
- MSc. or IBMS Higher specialist diploma
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in Histology
- Experience of using common IT software
- Experience of using Laboratory IT systems (LIS)
- Minimum of 2 years post registration experience
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of quality management (e.g. carrying out audits, asset management, or document management)
- Experience of using hospital IT systems
- Experience of BMS led specimen dissection (RCPath category A-C)
Technical Skills
Essential
- Capable of working effectively either independently, or as part of a team.
- Must be able to understand and work within established Standard Operating Procedures and relevant Health & Safety policies, including COSHH
- Work flexibly in response to changing circumstances
- Recognises and reports problems as they arise
- Works within limits of responsibility
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Handling biological specimens
Desirable
- Understand and demonstrate the importance of quality at all levels of our work.
- Happy to work in a busy environment
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of Cellular Pathology
- Be willing to undergo further training, according to the needs of the job and as part of personal development.
- Currently participating in CPD
Desirable
- Ability to train staff to work in accordance to SOP's
- Understanding of UKAS requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good General Education
- Registration with HCPC
- IBMS specialist portfolio or equivalent post graduate knowledge
Desirable
- MSc. or IBMS Higher specialist diploma
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in Histology
- Experience of using common IT software
- Experience of using Laboratory IT systems (LIS)
- Minimum of 2 years post registration experience
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of quality management (e.g. carrying out audits, asset management, or document management)
- Experience of using hospital IT systems
- Experience of BMS led specimen dissection (RCPath category A-C)
Technical Skills
Essential
- Capable of working effectively either independently, or as part of a team.
- Must be able to understand and work within established Standard Operating Procedures and relevant Health & Safety policies, including COSHH
- Work flexibly in response to changing circumstances
- Recognises and reports problems as they arise
- Works within limits of responsibility
- Good interpretive skills at bench level
- Good attention to detail and accuracy
- Handling biological specimens
Desirable
- Understand and demonstrate the importance of quality at all levels of our work.
- Happy to work in a busy environment
Knowledge
Essential
- A good understanding of Cellular Pathology
- Be willing to undergo further training, according to the needs of the job and as part of personal development.
- Currently participating in CPD
Desirable
- Ability to train staff to work in accordance to SOP's
- Understanding of UKAS requirements
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
