Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Biomedical Scientist

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Job summary

We have an opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist band 5 position in the Cellular Pathology team at Buckinghamshire HealthCare Trust, Wycombe Hospital site.We require a conscientious and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly laboratory team in providing Cellular Pathology services. Working in different areas the department on a rota basis giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your skills whilst learning one too.,The duties will be varied and vital to the successful working of the department. Training in all aspects of the role will be given as required.Attention to detail is paramount to this post.. The ability to adapt to any changes within the role is desirable.

Duties will include, working alongside team staff members:

Use of the Pathology computer system [Winpath],

Mani laboratory duties-

assisting at cut-up,

Participating in Immunocytochemistry

Participating in Molecular Techniques [OSNA]

Preparing slides for the Digital Pathology imaging.

Main duties of the job

Take part in laboratory rota as required - cut up, immunocytochemistry (ICC), immunofluorescence (IMF), OSNA, special stains, main lab, throw out and Digital Pathology.
Ensure all records are kept up to date and any non-conformities identified are recorded.
Take part in monitoring: temperature of ovens, refrigerators, freezers, wax baths and water baths as required, air-flow levels, balance checks, levels of Formaldehyde and Xylene, reporting any anomalies to senior members of staff.
Assist in the audit process as directed
Ensure there are adequate stocks of chemicals, reagents and consumables.
Assist in the training and supervision of work experience students, new BMS staff and Medical Laboratory Assistants
Use microtome to cut sections of 3 microns thickness from the prepared paraffin blocks, including large blocks. Float sections onto water bath, pick up sections onto slide and label slide with correct cassette number. The correct type of slide must be used for the ensuing procedures. Be able to recognise poor quality sections and rectify any faults where necessary.

About us

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?o As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.o We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. o We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.Why work for us?o We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.o As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.o Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.What do we stand for?o Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.o Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.o Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Date posted

05 April 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience Dependent on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

434-SS5054062

Job locations

Wycombe Hospital Cellular Pathology

Queen Alexandra Road

High Wycombe

HP11 2TT

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

Registration with the Health Professions Council as a biomedical scientist.
Completion of registration portfolio

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Experience of standard diagnostic methods in the relevant pathology discipline.
Experience of working in a diagnostic cellular pathology laboratory as a BMS.

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

Ability to recognise normal histology morphology and routine staining techniques.
Knowledge of safety regulations relating to safe working in pathology laboratories.
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
Knowledge and experience of histology laboratory working practices

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

Registration with the Health Professions Council as a biomedical scientist.
Completion of registration portfolio

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Experience of standard diagnostic methods in the relevant pathology discipline.
Experience of working in a diagnostic cellular pathology laboratory as a BMS.

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

Ability to recognise normal histology morphology and routine staining techniques.
Knowledge of safety regulations relating to safe working in pathology laboratories.
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
Knowledge and experience of histology laboratory working practices

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Wycombe Hospital Cellular Pathology

Queen Alexandra Road

High Wycombe

HP11 2TT

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Wycombe Hospital Cellular Pathology

Queen Alexandra Road

High Wycombe

HP11 2TT

Employer's website

https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)