Job summaryWe are looking for suitably qualified Biomedical Scientist. Come to join the team in this busy laboratory, which offers experience in a wide range of histological techniques on a fixed term contract for 24 months
The role may include routine Histology, dissection, Immunocytochemistry, Electron Microscopy, Neuropathology and Non-Gynaecological Cytology. The department is fully computerised and processes approximately 34,000 surgical specimens per annum.
The successful candidate must fulfill the personal specification requirements
The Cellular Pathology Team work alongside 14 Consultant Histopathologist, Specialist trainees, and a SAS doctor in the Department of Cellular Pathology within a large and established Pathology Directorate providing Neuropathology, Histopathology, Immunohistochemistry, Non Gynaecological Cytology, Electron Microscopy and Autopsy services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Main duties of the job- Transfer of histology samples
- Embedding and microtomy of histology blocks
- Staining and quality control of Histology slides
- Tinctorial special stains
- Neuropathology techniques
- Immunocytochemistry preparation for differential diagnosis of cancer
About usWe have 10000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.
Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.
You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.
You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of
Job responsibilities- Transfer of histology samples
- Embedding and microtomy of histology blocks
- Staining and quality control of Histology slides
- Tinctorial special stains
- Neuropathology techniques
- Immunocytochemistry preparation for differential diagnosis of cancer
- Potential training in dissection
Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesPlease see the attached Job Description for more information
To direct more junior staff regarding technical and work issues
Dealing with telephone enquiries from nurses, clinicians, healthcare practitioners, giving technical advice on results and use of the service
Appropriate recording of Inventory management within the section to ensure accurate recording of receipt and issue of stock
Work flexibly
Where appropriate, to explain testing procedures and risks to patients and their guardians; collect data on patients health and medication and to obtain informed consent for procedure, if required
To assist in effective verbal and written communication by qualified and unqualified staff
To communicate, as appropriate, using information technology
Report any issues and complaints to appropriate person
Performs work duties to the standards required as a HCPC Biomedical Scientist
Undertake the correct procedures for the handling of specimens, pre and post analysis.
Maintain and operate equipment used in the preparation and analysis of specimens.
Perform a range of specialist and routine laboratory tests autonomously and demonstrate an understanding of the scientific basis for tests and the disease processes under investigation.
Demonstrate awareness of factors affecting sample integrity, risks associated with the sample reagents, or method and other tests indicated by the outcome of the analysis.
Use the main laboratory computer system in accordance with service requirements
Performs work consistent with health and safety legislation, policies, procedures and assessment of risk
Ensures that all adverse incidents are reported to Datix (and to the MHRA where appropriate) in a timely manner
Correct and safe use and safety of equipment and physical environment.
Troubleshooting complex issues on analytical equipment
Receipt, checking, preparation, safe handling, dealing with spillage and storage of biological samples for analysis (including high risk samples).
Teach and train staff specialised techniques
Person SpecificationEducation & QualificationsEssential- UK biomedical Science Degree
- HCPC registration
DesirableKnowledge and experienceEssential- Experience of employment and working in a UK Cellular Pathology laboratory as a BMS for more than 6 months
- Experience and working knowledge with a UK Pathology LIMS system
- Experience and working knowledge of a UK QMS system with UKAS UK accreditation
- Experience of performing routine histology, special staining manual and automated techniques, frozen sections, bone dissection, immunohistochemistry varying platforms , non gynae cytology
Desirable- Neuropathology experience
- Electron microscopy preparation and scanning
Skills and abilitiesEssential- Substantial experience in all routine aspects of Cellular Pathology
- Experience in training others in Cellular Pathology techniques
- Ability and evidence of organising and prioritising personal workload to ensure targets are met
- Evidence of good interpersonal skills
- Evidence of good communication skills and attention to detail
For questions about the job, contact:Lead Biomedical Scientist John Procter, john.procter@lthtr.nhs.uk, 01772523108
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.Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
