Job summary
To operate as part of the consultant team in cellular pathology, screening and authorising negative and malignant diagnostic cytology reports for a range of exfoliative cytology samples including those from the urinary tract, respiratory tract and serous effusions including peritoneal washings, giving clinical management recommendations and participating in departmental peer reviews/internal consultations.
To be responsible for the initial gathering and review of material, as well as attendance at required multidisciplinary team meetings and participate in slide review before the meeting and to discuss feedback arising from the meeting.
To deputise for the lead in diagnostic cytopathology within cellular pathology and bring strategic direction, clinical and scientific expertise to the field of diagnostic cytology by assessing the scientific feasibility and departmental impact of any potential new developments in order to improve patient outcomes.
To partake in triage of diagnostic cytology specimens based on the specimen type received and clinical information provided as to the preparations, stains and cell blocks required as well as attend endobronchial ultrasound and other fine needle aspiration clinics and perform on site adequacy assessment as required in order to appropriately triage samples.
Main duties of the job
To judiciously apply expert knowledge, skills, experience and professional autonomy in diagnostic cytology in requesting ancillary testing including molecular biology analyses in order to achieve final diagnoses and aid in personalised treatment as appropriate on a range of exfoliative (and when appropriate - endobronchial ultrasound fine needle aspiration ) diagnostic cytology samples.
The post holder will be a member of the departmental senior management team, bringing clinical expertise and strategic direction to the field of diagnostic cytology. This will involve expanding and developing best practice, implementing clinical governance, NICE recommendations and delivering improved outcomes for the cellular pathology diagnostic cytology service.
To work with the Consultant Clinical Lead to ensure the quality of the analytical service is maintained to nationally accepted standards (UKAS or equivalent).
To work with the Consultant Clinical Lead to improve the quality and sustainability of all aspects of diagnostic cytopathology service in order to meet and improve cancer waiting times, and the facilitation of patient discussion at the relevant multidisciplinary team meetings in order that patient treatment pathways are enhanced.
About us
- The post holder will be HCPC registered
- The post holder will be a fellow of the IBMS and hold the IBMS/RCPath advanced specialist diploma in diagnostic cytology and will participate in a recognised Continuing Professional Development scheme
- The post holder participates in the Trust's professional development appraisal scheme and core mandatory training requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To maintain a high quality, diagnostic cytology service within East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust for the trust and the local population
- Work autonomously as a consultant within professional guidelines and provide expert specialist clinical advice on diagnostic cytology; with responsibility for the examination, interpretation and reporting of a full range of normal and abnormal exfoliative diagnostic cytology samples; including giving clinical advice and management recommendations in line with clinical, national and departmental protocols.
- Work with the Head of Department on the scientific direction for diagnostic cytology
- Instigate and conduct scientific and clinical research and development, clinical and service audit, and strategic service development, working with the Consultant Clinical Lead
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To maintain a high quality, diagnostic cytology service within East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust for the trust and the local population
- Work autonomously as a consultant within professional guidelines and provide expert specialist clinical advice on diagnostic cytology; with responsibility for the examination, interpretation and reporting of a full range of normal and abnormal exfoliative diagnostic cytology samples; including giving clinical advice and management recommendations in line with clinical, national and departmental protocols.
- Work with the Head of Department on the scientific direction for diagnostic cytology
- Instigate and conduct scientific and clinical research and development, clinical and service audit, and strategic service development, working with the Consultant Clinical Lead
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree or assessed equivalent level of knowledge and expertise in Cytology.
- IBMS / RCPath Advanced Specialist Diploma in Non-Gynaecological Cytology
- Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Science
- Registered as a Biomedical Scientist/Clinical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Complete the IBMS/RCPath extended reporting of endobronchial ultrasound fine needle aspiration samples
Experience
Essential
- To have significant experience as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
- To have developed an expertise in one or more specialised analytical areas and able to act at an expert level within the Trust
- To have a good record in research, development and audit activities through presentations at local and regional levels and publications in peer reviewed journals
Desirable
- To have had a wide experience in a range of different hospital laboratories
- To be recognised as a national or international expert or adviser
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of diagnostic cytology
- To have a good basic knowledge of other Pathology disciplines
- To have a thorough knowledge of routine and highly specialised analytical methods, quality assurance and problem solving
Desirable
- To have expert knowledge in a specialised area
- Able to lead on service developments beyond the department.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree or assessed equivalent level of knowledge and expertise in Cytology.
- IBMS / RCPath Advanced Specialist Diploma in Non-Gynaecological Cytology
- Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Science
- Registered as a Biomedical Scientist/Clinical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Complete the IBMS/RCPath extended reporting of endobronchial ultrasound fine needle aspiration samples
Experience
Essential
- To have significant experience as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist
- To have developed an expertise in one or more specialised analytical areas and able to act at an expert level within the Trust
- To have a good record in research, development and audit activities through presentations at local and regional levels and publications in peer reviewed journals
Desirable
- To have had a wide experience in a range of different hospital laboratories
- To be recognised as a national or international expert or adviser
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of diagnostic cytology
- To have a good basic knowledge of other Pathology disciplines
- To have a thorough knowledge of routine and highly specialised analytical methods, quality assurance and problem solving
Desirable
- To have expert knowledge in a specialised area
- Able to lead on service developments beyond the department.
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).
