Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic person with previous NHS experience in histology (e.g. band 2/3 MLA) to join our busy Cellular Pathology service as an Associate Practitioner.
There are 2 permanent posts - one full time (37.5 hours per week) and a part time post (22.5 hours per week).
The department handles over 53,000 Histology samples per annum, with a high proportion of complex cases including Breast, Head and Neck, Hepatobiliary and Urology.
You will have highly developed skills for the manipulation of samples and equipment associated with histology and cytology techniques.
Please ensure you check the email account from which you apply regularly as we may use this to contact you regarding your application. Only those applicants who demonstrate clearly how they meet our person specification will be shortlisted for interview.
Main duties of the job
The role involves preparing tissue and fluid samples for diagnosis by pathologists, and referring samples to external laboratories for diagnosis or expert opinion.
You must possess a Foundation degree in Healthcare Science or equivalent or the IBMS Biomedical Science Support Staff Certificate of Achievement Part II.
About us
At East Lancashire Hospitals Trust, our vision is to be widely recognised for providing safe, personal and effective care. We currently provide high quality services and treat over 600,000 people across East Lancashire and the surrounding area. We employ over 7,000 staff, many of whom are internationally renowned and have won awards for their work.
East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is currently working collaboratively with 3 other local Trusts as part of the Lancashire and South Cumbria Pathology Collaboration, in a bid to secure our services for the future.
Whilst this role is currently based here at Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital, this may not be the case in the future and the service may be relocated to another hospital or an off-site location.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Embedding and microtomy of tissues for histological analysis.
- Using and maintaining automated stainers and tissue processors
- Assisting Consultant/BMS staff with tissue dissection, including the digital dictation system.
- Retrieving slides in preparation for MDTs
- Assisting with the sending of material to external services.
- Limited clerical role
- Preparation of non-gynae cytology samples may be considered, after initial training
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Embedding and microtomy of tissues for histological analysis.
- Using and maintaining automated stainers and tissue processors
- Assisting Consultant/BMS staff with tissue dissection, including the digital dictation system.
- Retrieving slides in preparation for MDTs
- Assisting with the sending of material to external services.
- Limited clerical role
- Preparation of non-gynae cytology samples may be considered, after initial training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree in Healthcare Science or equivalent
- Numerate and Literate with a good general and basic scientific education
Desirable
- ECDL, typing or other administrative qualification e.g. NVQ
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in NHS Pathology
- Experience of quality management systems
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS Cellular Pathology department
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of routine cellular pathology practices
- Ability to follow protocols and health and safety procedures
- Accurate with prolonged concentration
Desirable
- Embedding, Microtomy or sample preparation experience
- Health, safety and risk awareness.
Personal attributes
Essential
- Able to work well in a team and be supportive of team members.
- Ability to manage priorities under pressure.
- Able to be flexible in working patterns.
Desirable
- Keen to learn and develop.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation degree in Healthcare Science or equivalent
- Numerate and Literate with a good general and basic scientific education
Desirable
- ECDL, typing or other administrative qualification e.g. NVQ
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in NHS Pathology
- Experience of quality management systems
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS Cellular Pathology department
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of routine cellular pathology practices
- Ability to follow protocols and health and safety procedures
- Accurate with prolonged concentration
Desirable
- Embedding, Microtomy or sample preparation experience
- Health, safety and risk awareness.
Personal attributes
Essential
- Able to work well in a team and be supportive of team members.
- Ability to manage priorities under pressure.
- Able to be flexible in working patterns.
Desirable
- Keen to learn and develop.
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).
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).
