Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 1 year fixed term, Biomedical Scientist, with good interpersonal skills and a committed team worker to join the Cellular Pathology department, located at the Chelsea site of The Royal Marsden Hospital. The major focus of the role will be in performing essential technical duties for the department, responsibility for specimen processing, data entry of requests, section cutting, assisting with automated immunohistochemistry and in-situ hybridisation, maintenance tasks and supporting Pathologists in providing a reliable and accurate diagnostic service. Attention to detail is important and the post holder must be able to work to high standards, following defined protocols and assist in the production of accurate & high quality analytical results for the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for carrying out scientific analytical work on clinical samples within the Cellular Pathology Department at Chelsea, providing a diagnostic service both for the Trust's clinicians and also for those in the national and international community seeking second opinion.
The post holder will rotate through all sections of the Department performing core and advanced procedures as required.
The post holder may when required deputise for a Section Manager in their absence. Duties will include, amongst others, specimen processing and preparation, data entry of requests, equipment maintenanceand liaison with other hospital staff.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
To ensure knowledge of all instrumentation and equipment is up to date and that the post holder capable of operating such equipment e.g. Ventana automated immunostainers, cryostats, routine stainers, tissue processors.
To ensure the timely and efficient provision of core and technologically complex analytical/diagnostic services.
To take personal responsibility for the quality of own technical work produced, in line with Quality Management procedures.
To ensure that work is carried out in line with Standing Operational Procedures and/or Departmental policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
To ensure knowledge of all instrumentation and equipment is up to date and that the post holder capable of operating such equipment e.g. Ventana automated immunostainers, cryostats, routine stainers, tissue processors.
To ensure the timely and efficient provision of core and technologically complex analytical/diagnostic services.
To take personal responsibility for the quality of own technical work produced, in line with Quality Management procedures.
To ensure that work is carried out in line with Standing Operational Procedures and/or Departmental policy.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to express themselves clearly Good telephone manner, diplomatic
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Ability to use in-house IT systems
- Educational qualification in mathematics
Desirable
- Ability to use Microsoft software or equivalent
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of personal development
- Able to work unsupervised
Desirable
- Self-confident, contributes to laboratory meetings
Specific Experience
Essential
- Degree in biomedical science
- HCPC registration
- Experience of working in all areas of relevant routine laboratory
- Able to understand / follow SOPs
Desirable
- Specialist Portfolio or extensive post registration experience.
- Evidence of post registration study
- Able to understand / follow SOPs
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to express themselves clearly Good telephone manner, diplomatic
- Ability to write clearly and concisely
- Ability to use in-house IT systems
- Educational qualification in mathematics
Desirable
- Ability to use Microsoft software or equivalent
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Evidence of personal development
- Able to work unsupervised
Desirable
- Self-confident, contributes to laboratory meetings
Specific Experience
Essential
- Degree in biomedical science
- HCPC registration
- Experience of working in all areas of relevant routine laboratory
- Able to understand / follow SOPs
Desirable
- Specialist Portfolio or extensive post registration experience.
- Evidence of post registration study
- Able to understand / follow SOPs
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).
