Job summary
An opportunity has arisenwithin the Department of Cellular Pathology for an enthusiastic, highly motivated HCPC registered Advanced/Expert Biomedical Scientist in Immunocytochemistry to join the team. The successful candidate must have completed a postgraduate qualification to M-level (e.g. MSc or Higher Specialist Diploma) or have significant Specialist experience to demonstrate competency to that level.
The primary role is to act as an advanced/expert registered Biomedical Scientist who applies and disseminates highly specialist knowledge pertaining to the immunocytochemistry service.
The overriding purpose is to deliver outstanding healthcare for our patients and communities through personal actions and continuous improvement.
The successful applicant must:
- Be HCPC registered
- Have significant experience working in a Cellular Pathology Laboratory at a Specialist BMS level in immunocytochemistry or above
Main duties of the job
The primary role is to act as an advanced/expert registered Biomedical Scientist who applies and disseminates highly specialist knowledge pertaining to the immunocytochemistry service.
It will be expected that the post holder would provide expertise in immunocytochemistry which would extend to research and development activity as appropriate.
About us
The department has sections of routine Histopathology, Non-Gynae Cytology, Andrology, Immunohistochemistry and Mortuary and has an establishment of 6 Consultant staff, 3 Speciality Doctors and 17 BMS staff supported by a small team of laboratory assistants and secretariat.
The Department has full UKAS accreditation and HCPC/IBMS training status and CPD participation is actively encouraged. The successful applicant will be contracted to work 5 out of 7 days. The payment scheme is in line with Agenda for Change terms and conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will act as an advanced/expert registered Biomedical Scientist who applies and disseminates highly specialist knowledge pertaining to the immunocytochemistry service.
The post holder will also provide expert scientific, technical and clinical knowledge to aid diagnostic interpretation of cellular pathology tests, undertake highly specialised investigations involving complex methodology requiring a high degree of manual and technical skills and to lead and develop the immunocytochemistry service, supplying information, delivering training and raising awareness of the field.
- Undertake highly complex examinations of clinical specimens in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures, including interpretation of immunocytochemistry results in an effective, efficient and safe manner. (Including microtomy and microscopy of histology and non-gynae cytology)
- Undertake relevant research and development activities both internal and with other NHS and educational organisations as a significant part of the role
- Develop, evaluate and implement new equipment and procedures within immunocytochemistry ensuring cost effectiveness and meeting organisational goals.
- Provide expert advice and interpretation of immunocytochemistry investigations to all departmental staff and referral to the clinical lead for clinical advice.
- In conjunction with the management team, contribute to the overall strategic development of the service.
- Where appropriate, perform the more complex analytical work of the immunocytochemistry service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will act as an advanced/expert registered Biomedical Scientist who applies and disseminates highly specialist knowledge pertaining to the immunocytochemistry service.
The post holder will also provide expert scientific, technical and clinical knowledge to aid diagnostic interpretation of cellular pathology tests, undertake highly specialised investigations involving complex methodology requiring a high degree of manual and technical skills and to lead and develop the immunocytochemistry service, supplying information, delivering training and raising awareness of the field.
- Undertake highly complex examinations of clinical specimens in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures, including interpretation of immunocytochemistry results in an effective, efficient and safe manner. (Including microtomy and microscopy of histology and non-gynae cytology)
- Undertake relevant research and development activities both internal and with other NHS and educational organisations as a significant part of the role
- Develop, evaluate and implement new equipment and procedures within immunocytochemistry ensuring cost effectiveness and meeting organisational goals.
- Provide expert advice and interpretation of immunocytochemistry investigations to all departmental staff and referral to the clinical lead for clinical advice.
- In conjunction with the management team, contribute to the overall strategic development of the service.
- Where appropriate, perform the more complex analytical work of the immunocytochemistry service.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant expert theoretical, practical and scientific knowledge to underpin the technical aspect of a cellular pathology immunocytochemistry laboratory service
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered as a Biomedical Scientist
- Biomedical science degree or equivalent acceptable by HCPC
- Specialist knowledge of Histopathology (MSc , Specialist portfolio or equivalent)
Desirable
- Completion of supervisory/leadership course
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise work and meet deadlines
- Good technical and communication skills
- Ability to troubleshoot technical problems
- IT Skills
- Experience of and relevant competency assessed
- immunocytochemistry techniques
- Ability to interpret, communicate and apply highly specialist information within the immunocytochemistry field
Further Training
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience working as a specialist biomedical scientist in a clinical laboratory during which time sufficient knowledge has been acquired to demonstrate expert practice in immunocytochemistry
Desirable
- Previous experience in a supervisory capacity
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Part time hours are to work 22.5 hours per week, working 3 out of 7 days.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant expert theoretical, practical and scientific knowledge to underpin the technical aspect of a cellular pathology immunocytochemistry laboratory service
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered as a Biomedical Scientist
- Biomedical science degree or equivalent acceptable by HCPC
- Specialist knowledge of Histopathology (MSc , Specialist portfolio or equivalent)
Desirable
- Completion of supervisory/leadership course
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise work and meet deadlines
- Good technical and communication skills
- Ability to troubleshoot technical problems
- IT Skills
- Experience of and relevant competency assessed
- immunocytochemistry techniques
- Ability to interpret, communicate and apply highly specialist information within the immunocytochemistry field
Further Training
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience working as a specialist biomedical scientist in a clinical laboratory during which time sufficient knowledge has been acquired to demonstrate expert practice in immunocytochemistry
Desirable
- Previous experience in a supervisory capacity
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Part time hours are to work 22.5 hours per week, working 3 out of 7 days.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
