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Senior Biomedical Scientist BMS Dissector - Histopathology

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

High Wycombe, HP112TTView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

30 September 2026

2 days left

Job description

The post holder will participate in the dissection of categories A-E histopathology specimens as per RCPath guidelines and departmental SOPs and be in...

Participate in the dissection of categories A-E histopathology specimens as per RCPath

Macroscopically examine, describe and photograph specimens where necessary

Dissect and select relevant material for histological processing to enable accurate diagnosis of disease in the subsequent histology sections.

Select appropriate preparatory procedures to aid diagnostic interpretation e.g. decalcification etc.

Mentor or teach lower grade staff via tutorials, slide sessions and lectures

Participate in the planning, production and delivery of lectures required for the in-house training

Assesses the knowledge and proficiency of staff working in area of responsibility, highlighting training needs to the manager as necessary.

The post holder will work with the Head BMS in the development of the Digital Pathology system, working to introduce AI algorithms and digital MDT's.

The post holder will oversee the Special Stains section, participating in the creation of training and creation of training materials.

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.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, youll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.

We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.

As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.

Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.

Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Education, Qualification & Training

Essential

  • IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice - Specimen Dissection
  • Evidence of BMS specimen dissection
  • Demonstrable understanding of wide ranging Histological processes

Desirable: - Experience of mentoring/ training of others

Essential

Essential

  • IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice - Specimen Dissection
  • Demonstrable understanding of wide ranging Histological processes
  • Evidence of BMS specimen dissection

Desirable: - Experience of mentoring/ training of others

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

16 September 2026

Last checked

18 September 2026

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About the employer

BHN
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

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