Specialist Biomedical scientist – Cellular pathology

• To take operational responsibility for a section of the laboratory as required.
• To collaborate in the development and evaluation of new equipment, protocols, and testing procedures. This will include leading the development and production of revised or new standing operational procedures.
• To be responsible for a special function of the departmental services as agreed with line management including training officer and or quality officer within the speciality.
• To ensure that all internal Quality Control and external Quality Assurance programmes are implemented and maintained for the relevant section(s) and to interpret and act on the results accordingly and ensure that this information is communicated to all relevant members of staff.
• To assist in ensuring that the laboratories meet the Quality Management accreditation standards.

• To help in maintaining and monitoring all SOPs on a yearly basis

• To follow and understand the concepts of Quality Management

• Ensure that referred samples are sent to appropriately performing and monitored centres

Essential

• At least 3 years' experience in a Histopathology Laboratory.
• Knowledge and skills in routine and specialist Histology procedures.
• Experience of supervising and working in a team.
• Knowledge of working in NHS environment, under UKAS: ISO 15189 standards.
• Experience of working to deadlines

Essential

• Extensive computer skills
• Able to follow Standard Operating Procedures
• Supervisory and training skills
• Able to undertake specialist histopathology laboratory techniques
• Able to work to deadlines with accuracy
• Excellent numerical and literacy skills

Essential

• Good knowledge of histopathology theory and practice
• Use of initiative in prioritising and seeing where assistance is needed and providing that assistance
• Able to help investigate, troubleshoot and correct staining issues
• Good interpersonal skills, able to build and develop working relationships with colleagues within and outside the Trust
• Working knowledge of data security and confidentiality
• IT Literate including use of Microsoft word, data analysis and use of Laboratory Information Management System.
• IT Literate including use of Microsoft word, data analysis and use of Laboratory Information Management System.
• IT Literate including use of Microsoft word, data analysis and use of Laboratory Information Management System.
• In-dept understanding of the processes and practices within histopathology

Essential

• In-dept understanding of the processes and practices within histopathology
• Degree in Biomedical Science (IBMS Accredited) or equivalent
• HCPC registration

Essential

• Good verbal communication skills
• Able to work as part of a team or independently, as required
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Very good organisational skills
• Ability to produce high quality work
• Open minded to new technology and techniques.
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Self-motivated.
• Ability to show flexibility by performing multiple tasks
• Good hand-eye coordination & manually dexterous
• Methodical, precise, numerate Ability to pick up techniques quickly
• Cope with large amounts of repetitive work
• Highly motivated, innovative, and adaptable
• Can think clearly and react appropriately under stress while remaining calm
• Hold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies
• The post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations