Senior Biomedical Scientist Band 7 – Diagnostic cytology
Directorate: Acute Services
Location: Altnagelvin Hospital
Salary: Band 7 (£47,810 - £54,710)
Contract Type: Permanent
Closes: Tue, 24 November 2026 @ 3:30 PM

The Cellular pathology service delivers histopathology, diagnostic cytology, andrology and mortuary services in WHSCT. The post holder will work with the Consultant Head of Department and Senior management team to ensure the provision of a high quality, cost effective and efficient laboratory service which will meet the standards of UKAS accreditation.

As a Senior Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will apply their advanced specialist knowledge and experience to inform effective decision making, provide guidance and advice to clinicians and less experienced staff as appropriate, supervise systems maintenance and address technical issues in the relevant area(s). The post holder will oversee implementation, development and co-ordination of any relevant training.

Post Specific Duties

• The day to day management of the technical diagnostic cytology service and its overall integration into the cellular pathology service
• Review of relevant diagnostic cytology slides and training of relevant cellular pathology staff in all diagnostic cytology screening requirements
• Support of Cellular pathology quality systems
• Deputising for other Band 7 staff when required

Essential Criteria

• 5 years post registration experience including 3 years at Band 6 in Cellular pathology
• FIBMS or MSc or Higher Specialist diploma in Cellular Pathology
• HCPC registration as a biomedical scientist

Benefits

• Annual leave: 27 days plus 10 public holidays on appointment, rising with service
• HSC Pension Scheme
• Flexible working requests from day one

The Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply via the company portal.