Pathology Lead - Ross Hall, Glasgow
The Doctors Laboratory
Glasgow, G52 3NQ
Salary
Negotiable
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
10 September 2026
10 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Pathology Lead, you'll manage a small team of Biomedical Scientists in a lab, ensuring quality and safety. You'll work closely with doctors and other staff to provide lab services to hospitals. This role suits someone with leadership experience in lab science, good communication skills, and a strong understanding of lab procedures.
What you'll need
- You need to be HCPC registered and have experience in lab science at Band 7 level or above.
- You should have experience in Blood Transfusion and Quality Management, which is desirable.
- You'll need to be fully computer literate and have excellent communication skills.
- You'll need to pass a DBS check (standard) as part of your onboarding process.
- You'll need to be able to supervise and manage a team of staff, including Biomedical Scientists and locum staff.
How to boost your chances
- Consider visiting the lab before the interview to get a feel for the workplace and meet the team.
- Make sure you're familiar with the MHRA and CPA UK Ltd standards and quality control procedures.
- Practice your communication skills, as you'll be working closely with doctors and other staff.
- Review the job description and be prepared to give examples of how you've managed teams and implemented quality control procedures in the past.
- Be prepared to discuss your understanding of lab IT systems and how you'd use them in this role.
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Job description
We currently have an opportunity for a Pathology Lead based at our laboratory in Ross Hall Hospital, Glasgow. This is an opportunity to lead a small t...
This is an opportunity to lead a small team of multi discipline Biomedical Scientists covering the disciplines of Blood Transfusion, Haematology, Biochemistry and Microbiology. Experience in Blood Transfusion and Quality Management is desirable. The department provides laboratory service to Circle Healthcare Ross Hall and Kings Park hospitals. Applicants should be HCPC registered and have extensive experience of laboratory science at Band 7 level or above. Applicants should also have excellent communication skills, both oral and written and be fully computer literate.Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to visit the lab pre interview.
Due to the nature of work that Sonic Healthcare UK undertakes, our clients require that Employees filling certain roles, need, as part of their on-boarding to complete a DBS Check. This role falls in to the category of requiring a DBS check (standard)
Main Duties
To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties:
1. To ensure that the Department meets or is working towards meeting all standards required
by the MHRA and CPA UK Ltd. To regularly supervise and review all technical procedures
performed within the laboratory, including the establishment and monitoring of effective
internal and external Quality control and Assurance schemes.
2. Responsible for the organisation and performance of clinical laboratory tests within target
deadlines as determined by The Doctors Laboratory and its Consultant Pathologists.
3. To be familiar with the laboratory IT system and its appropriate utilisation in the discharge
of duties.
4. To manage and supervise all Biomedical Scientist, Biomedical Analyst, MLA and locum staff
within the laboratory.
5. Maintenance and implementation of departmental policies and procedures for safe and
efficient working.
6. To ensure good housekeeping administration and technical working practices are
maintained.
7. To be responsible for the management of ordering consumables, maintaining the
departmental stock control system and organisation of stock rotation.
8. To ensure adequate maintenance, repair and safety of all laboratory equipment. 9. To be aware of relevant technical development and to communicate these to the Regional
Manager.
10. To be involved, when required, in the interview and selection of laboratory personnel. To
provide motivation and support to staff and maintain adequate levels of training within the
department.
11. To liaise with and manage the TDL staff at Spoke Laboratories linked to the Hub.
12. In conjunction with the relevant departmental Heads, Core and Bank staff, to maintain the
working staff rosters both for routine day shifts and the out of hours on call roster.
13. To participate in the appraisal of technical staff on a regular basis as required by the
Company. To chair regular meetings and participate in group laboratory and departmental
audits as required.
14. To adhere to multidisciplinary and flexible working arrangements, as practised within the
TDL group of Laboratories.
15. To communicate in a friendly, helpful and non-prejudicial manner in your dealings with
staff, clients and /or customers as you will be regarded as a representative of your staff
and department as well as the Company, and you should behave accordingly. Matters
regarding patients and staff are confidential and must not be discussed except in the
course of your duties. You will be expected to sign an undertaking to observe all patient
and company confidentiality.
16. To be aware of, abide by and promote the rules and codes of conduct of the department.
This is particularly in the case of Health & Safety and Fire procedures. To have in a
professional manner and co-operate with all members of staff at all times.
17. Perform on-site Haematology, Coagulation, Biochemistry, Immunoassay testing, Blood
Transfusion and other related tests accurately and efficiently (applicable to the Sites test
repertoire).
18. Assist BT Senior to maintain Blood Transfusion stock levels and records and monitor usage
to ensure efficient use (BT sites only).
19. Evaluate results for credibility and inform the Pathology Manager, Consultant Pathologist
and / or the requesting clinician of any notifiable abnormalities. 20. Take an active role in the referral of samples to third party laboratories, where appropriate.
21. Ensure staff are informed of sectional changes.
22. Assist in all disciplines when required.
23. Comply with Health and Safety legislation and be aware of the responsibilities of the
employee in this context.
24. Participate in annual joint review.
25. To maintain the highest standards of quality within the department at all times.
26. Other duties as specified by the Regional Laboratory Manager
At Sonic Healthcare we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including
Training and development opportunities supporting professional development
Annual salary review
Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms
Cash healthcare plan cash back on a variety of healthcare costs
Sick Pay Entitlementone months full pay and one months half pay after probation
Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover
Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness (six months qualifying period)
Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing
Season Ticket Loan Scheme interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket
Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts
Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with service
Competitive annual leave allowance29 days
Flexible working hours37.5 hours standard week
Please read the job description and person specification carefully and ensure that your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required. We respect and value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from diverse communities. PLEASE NOTE: WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CLOSE THIS VACANCY AT ANY TIME EVEN IF A CLOSING DATE IS SHOWN HERE OR IN ANY OTHER MEDIA
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in pathology disciplines consistent with State
- Registration requirement. Current registration with The Health
- Professions Council (HCPC). FIBMS would be advantageous.
Experience
Essential
- Some Theoretical and practical knowledge in all disciplines of
- pathology relevant to its multidisciplinary nature. Experience of
- leading a multi-disciplinary team.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively with people at all levels
- Well presented
- Professional
- Customer focused
- Calm under pressure
- Punctual and reliable
- Helpful, friendly and polite
- Efficient and well organised
- Able to work effectively with others in a team
- Flexible and adaptable
- Committed to the corporate quality objectives
- Commercially aware
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good organisational skills.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Basic Keyboard skills.
- Ability to handle confidential material.
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Ability to delegate work to team management of a team of
- Biomedical Scientists and Medical Laboratory Assistants.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
13 August 2026
Last checked
17 August 2026
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