Job summary
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior
Biomedical Scientist (Band 7) to lead and support our Histopathology and
Diagnostic Cytology laboratory. The successful candidate will be instrumental
in maintaining high-quality service standards, supervising laboratory staff,
and contributing to the continuous improvement of our laboratory processes.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leadership role in a busy and
friendly laboratory setting.
Main duties of the job
Lead and supervise a section within the
laboratory, including Digital Pathology, advanced dissection,
Immunohistochemistry, or other specialist areas.
Perform and oversee all histopathology and
non-gynae cytology technical procedures to ensure high-quality standards.
Actively participate in quality management
activities, including audits, service quality improvements, and compliance with
ISO 15189:2022 standards.
Provide training, mentorship, and competency
assessments for staff, ensuring adherence to company and professional
guidelines.
Assist in the implementation of new techniques,
processes, and service developments.
Deputize for the Laboratory Lead and provide
intra-operative technical services e.g., MOHS at offsite locations when
required.
About us
Cellular Pathology Services (CPS) is a dynamic and
innovative, UKAS-accredited laboratory specializing in Histopathology and
Diagnostic Cytology. Our purpose-built facility in Watford processes over
14,000 histology and 600 diagnostic cytology samples annually, offering an
extensive range of services, including Digital Pathology, Immunohistochemistry,
and Mohs procedures. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and professional
development, CPS is an ideal environment for career growth and excellence in
laboratory sciences.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Laboratory Testing
- To perform all Histopathology technical procedures in use
in the department to a high quality standard.
- To perform Non-Gynae cytology procedures in
use in the department to a high quality standard.
- Knowledge and experience in
immunohistochemistry techniques.
- To support
the digital pathology workflow.
- To support provision of the extended hours
service to meet operational requirements as appropriate.
- Provide intra-operative technical services MOHS at offsite locations.
- To advise the laboratory lead or Director of Operations of
any technical or operational problems as they arise and offer solutions.
Staff Supervision
-
Lead by example to supervise, mentor and
motivate the staff.
- Provide supervision, mentoring and advising of
other staff as required.
- Assist with
implementation of new processes and techniques.
- Inform Laboratory lead or Director of Operations
of technical and personnel issues.
Staff Training
-
Assist in organising training and competency
assessment of staff ensuring compliance with company and professional body
requirements.
- Participate in training of staff at all levels
both internally and externally as required.
- Assist in designing and implementing training
schedules, programmes and sessions to meet the requirements of the Company
and the IBMS.
- Assist in training and developing Associate
Practitioners and placement students to obtain the registration portfolio.
Quality Processes
-
Be involved in service quality improvements.
- Assist with the writing and review of
procedures and methods.
- Organise testing of NEQAS materials, review of
results and action any EQA failures.
- Provide data analysis and reports to support
the various company meetings as required.
Acting Up & Additional Duties
-
Undertake any other duties as assigned by laboratory
lead or Director of Operations, or other senior staff members.
- To deputise for laboratory lead as and when
required.
- Liaise with persons and clients and personnel
at all levels both internal and external as required.
Continuing
Professional Development (CPD)
-
Participate in CPD activities.
- Remain aware of scientific or other advances
relevant to own role.
- Develop and maintain skills and knowledge
appropriate to the post by undertaking training, attending meetings and
conferences.
- Understand and apply the site Safety,
Environmental Policy, Safety Management System and relevant legal safety & Environmental requirements.
Health & Safety
-
All staff must be familiar with the safety,
environmental rules and procedures applying to their job and take reasonable
care for their own safety and that of other people.
- Associates must use the control measures and
personal protective equipment provided, report any safety related
deficiencies and contribute to improving accident and safety performance.
- Work in a safety conscious manner at all
times. Ensure that your personal vaccinations for laboratory work are up to
date.
Compliance
-
Participate in annual performance appraisal
process
- Act
responsibly and act in the best interests of the company at all times.
The above statements describe the general
nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job.
This is not an exhaustive list of all
duties/responsibilities the incumbent may perform.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Laboratory Testing
- To perform all Histopathology technical procedures in use
in the department to a high quality standard.
- To perform Non-Gynae cytology procedures in
use in the department to a high quality standard.
- Knowledge and experience in
immunohistochemistry techniques.
- To support
the digital pathology workflow.
- To support provision of the extended hours
service to meet operational requirements as appropriate.
- Provide intra-operative technical services MOHS at offsite locations.
- To advise the laboratory lead or Director of Operations of
any technical or operational problems as they arise and offer solutions.
Staff Supervision
-
Lead by example to supervise, mentor and
motivate the staff.
- Provide supervision, mentoring and advising of
other staff as required.
- Assist with
implementation of new processes and techniques.
- Inform Laboratory lead or Director of Operations
of technical and personnel issues.
Staff Training
-
Assist in organising training and competency
assessment of staff ensuring compliance with company and professional body
requirements.
- Participate in training of staff at all levels
both internally and externally as required.
- Assist in designing and implementing training
schedules, programmes and sessions to meet the requirements of the Company
and the IBMS.
- Assist in training and developing Associate
Practitioners and placement students to obtain the registration portfolio.
Quality Processes
-
Be involved in service quality improvements.
- Assist with the writing and review of
procedures and methods.
- Organise testing of NEQAS materials, review of
results and action any EQA failures.
- Provide data analysis and reports to support
the various company meetings as required.
Acting Up & Additional Duties
-
Undertake any other duties as assigned by laboratory
lead or Director of Operations, or other senior staff members.
- To deputise for laboratory lead as and when
required.
- Liaise with persons and clients and personnel
at all levels both internal and external as required.
Continuing
Professional Development (CPD)
-
Participate in CPD activities.
- Remain aware of scientific or other advances
relevant to own role.
- Develop and maintain skills and knowledge
appropriate to the post by undertaking training, attending meetings and
conferences.
- Understand and apply the site Safety,
Environmental Policy, Safety Management System and relevant legal safety & Environmental requirements.
Health & Safety
-
All staff must be familiar with the safety,
environmental rules and procedures applying to their job and take reasonable
care for their own safety and that of other people.
- Associates must use the control measures and
personal protective equipment provided, report any safety related
deficiencies and contribute to improving accident and safety performance.
- Work in a safety conscious manner at all
times. Ensure that your personal vaccinations for laboratory work are up to
date.
Compliance
-
Participate in annual performance appraisal
process
- Act
responsibly and act in the best interests of the company at all times.
The above statements describe the general
nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job.
This is not an exhaustive list of all
duties/responsibilities the incumbent may perform.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist in relevant discipline
- BSc (Hon) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent academic achievement in Histopathology
- Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HCPC or similar guidelines.
- Completion of specialist portfolio or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Successful completion of portfolio and oral assessment of discipline specific proficiency for HCPC or equivalent body registration
- Or HCPC ratified route.
- Relevant post HCPC (or equivalent body) registration experience in Histopathology and Cytopathology
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Manage workload effectively when the workload is unpredictable and there are competing demands.
- Manual dexterity to undertake highly specialized techniques.
- Good IT skills.
- Effective communication skills both written and oral using English language.
- To understand different learning styles to aid training of staff.
- Demonstrate logical thought processes and the ability to solve problems and plan remedial action.
- Demonstrate good organisational, planning and time management skills.
Knowledge & Ability
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- To produce accurate work in a timely manner.
- To carry out duties following strict company policies and procedures
- To keep precise, legible and accurate work records.
- To work flexibly and additional hours as required.
- A positive attitude.
- To be self-aware and emotionally intelligent.
Desirable
- To understand digital pathology workflows
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist in relevant discipline
- BSc (Hon) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent academic achievement in Histopathology
- Evidence of continuing professional development and proficiency in accordance with HCPC or similar guidelines.
- Completion of specialist portfolio or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Successful completion of portfolio and oral assessment of discipline specific proficiency for HCPC or equivalent body registration
- Or HCPC ratified route.
- Relevant post HCPC (or equivalent body) registration experience in Histopathology and Cytopathology
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Manage workload effectively when the workload is unpredictable and there are competing demands.
- Manual dexterity to undertake highly specialized techniques.
- Good IT skills.
- Effective communication skills both written and oral using English language.
- To understand different learning styles to aid training of staff.
- Demonstrate logical thought processes and the ability to solve problems and plan remedial action.
- Demonstrate good organisational, planning and time management skills.
Knowledge & Ability
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- To produce accurate work in a timely manner.
- To carry out duties following strict company policies and procedures
- To keep precise, legible and accurate work records.
- To work flexibly and additional hours as required.
- A positive attitude.
- To be self-aware and emotionally intelligent.
Desirable
- To understand digital pathology workflows
Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
