Job summary
We are looking to employ an enthusiastic Higher Specialist Biomedical Scientist who is professional, reliable and flexible to join our Cellular Pathology team. The appointee will be based within the Histopathology Department at King's Mill Hospital, undertaking advanced histological dissection and taking overall lead of the dissection area.
You must hold the Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection and it would be desirable to hold the Advanced Specialist Diploma in Histological Dissection
The Department has sections of routine Histopathology, Non-gynae Cytology, Andrology, Immunohistochemistry and Mortuary; you must have good knowledge of HTA and Laboratory Accreditation requirements.
The Histopathology department has close links with Nottingham University Hospitals and is part of the wider Midlands and East 2 Pathology Network
Main duties of the job
The primary role is to act as a Higher Specialist BMS in advanced histological dissection, leading the dissection area, undertaking all aspects of dissection and training others where applicable
In addition to this you will be working closely with the departmental training officer and quality officer to facilitate the continued maintenance of quality and competency standards within the department.
About us
Thank you for your interest in this role.
Sherwood is nationally recognised as being an excellent place to work and deliver care. We are rightly proud of the 5,500 colleagues who work here and we are the Health Service Journal's Trust of the Year in 2020.
The Care Quality Commission rated King's Mill Hospital Outstanding and Newark, and Mansfield Community Hospitals Good. Overall we are rated Outstanding for care.
For the last three years, we have been ranked as the best NHS Trust to work for in the Midlands and in 2020 we were the third best Acute/Community NHS Trust in England.
Happy colleagues deliver better care. Our teams work in a supportive, inclusive environment, which nurtures wellbeing and has opportunities for development and progression. We do not just care for our patients, we also care for you.
We would love you to join us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of histological dissection and have in depth scientific knowledge in this area including joint responsibility with the Consultant Histopathologists for the dissection of category A, B, C, D and E samples
You must hold the Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection and it would be desirable to hold the Advanced Specialist Diploma in Histological Dissection
You will be expected to train and develop the competence of MLAs, Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Biomedical Scientists and Advanced Dissectors in the procedures for which the post holder is responsible, as agreed with the Training Officer and/or laboratory manager and/or Consultant Histopathologists
You will be responsible for overseeing the work carried out by a team of technical staff to deliver a fit for purpose laboratory service and ensuring a timely workflow including undertaking regular audits within the dissection area to ensure that all equipment is being used appropriately and SOPs / the BMS Dissection Policy are being followed
You will be expected to create, maintain and review documents including SOPs, risk assessments, training documents and training records
All duties must ensure compliance with good work practices in accordance with UKAS ISO 15189 standard (2012) and the Human Tissue Authority
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of histological dissection and have in depth scientific knowledge in this area including joint responsibility with the Consultant Histopathologists for the dissection of category A, B, C, D and E samples
You must hold the Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection and it would be desirable to hold the Advanced Specialist Diploma in Histological Dissection
You will be expected to train and develop the competence of MLAs, Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Biomedical Scientists and Advanced Dissectors in the procedures for which the post holder is responsible, as agreed with the Training Officer and/or laboratory manager and/or Consultant Histopathologists
You will be responsible for overseeing the work carried out by a team of technical staff to deliver a fit for purpose laboratory service and ensuring a timely workflow including undertaking regular audits within the dissection area to ensure that all equipment is being used appropriately and SOPs / the BMS Dissection Policy are being followed
You will be expected to create, maintain and review documents including SOPs, risk assessments, training documents and training records
All duties must ensure compliance with good work practices in accordance with UKAS ISO 15189 standard (2012) and the Human Tissue Authority
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant theoretical/practical scientific knowledge to underpin the technical aspect of a laboratory service
- Significant theoretical and practical knowledge of dissection protocols for simple and complex samples.
- Knowledge of RCPath data sets
- Knowledge of physiology and pathology of disease associated with cellular pathology.
Qualifications
Essential
- State registration with the HCPC.
- Degree in Biomedical science
- Postgraduate diploma or IBMS Specialist postgraduate portfolio in cellular pathology or MSc Or equivalence.
- IBMS Diploma of Extended Practice in Histological Dissection
Desirable
- Studying for/ achieved IBMS Advanced specialist Diploma
- Management qualification
Further Training
Essential
- Participates in CPD
- Trained to use databases and spreadsheets.
- In-house Consultant Pathologist led training for Category A-E specimens
- Experience of and relevant competency assessed specimen dissection of all categories.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of five years' experience following achievement of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio or equivalent
- Experience in Dissection within Cellular Pathology
- Previous section supervisor experience
Contractual
Essential
- 30 hours per week working 5 out of 7 days
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant theoretical/practical scientific knowledge to underpin the technical aspect of a laboratory service
- Significant theoretical and practical knowledge of dissection protocols for simple and complex samples.
- Knowledge of RCPath data sets
- Knowledge of physiology and pathology of disease associated with cellular pathology.
Qualifications
Essential
- State registration with the HCPC.
- Degree in Biomedical science
- Postgraduate diploma or IBMS Specialist postgraduate portfolio in cellular pathology or MSc Or equivalence.
- IBMS Diploma of Extended Practice in Histological Dissection
Desirable
- Studying for/ achieved IBMS Advanced specialist Diploma
- Management qualification
Further Training
Essential
- Participates in CPD
- Trained to use databases and spreadsheets.
- In-house Consultant Pathologist led training for Category A-E specimens
- Experience of and relevant competency assessed specimen dissection of all categories.
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of five years' experience following achievement of the IBMS Specialist Portfolio or equivalent
- Experience in Dissection within Cellular Pathology
- Previous section supervisor experience
Contractual
Essential
- 30 hours per week working 5 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).
