Biomedical Scientist

East & South East London NHS Pathology Partnership Cellular Pathology Registered Band 6 Biomedical Scientist RLH 30 Hrs per Week (please note this is 0.8WTE) The East & South East London NHS Pathology Partnership (Pathology Partnership) is a Pathology network formed across three NHS Trusts: Barts Health, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.
Barts Health is one of the largest Trusts in the UK, with a turnover in excess of 1.25 billion and a workforce of over 15,000 staff. We have wide range of diagnostic specialities due to an acute teaching hospital environment and diversity of the local population. The Cellular Pathology Division provides diagnostic and screening services for the whole of North East London and has a combined workload of 70,000 histology and 5,000 non-gynae cytology specimens. The successful candidate will be joining a friendly team of scientists and Doctors in a modern laboratory and have the opportunity to learn a wide variety of histology techniques. Our facilities are close to underground and DLR services. The laboratory has UKAS accreditation and is HCPC accredited. Main duties of the jobWe are looking for a competent and versatile individual with substantive experience in Cellular Pathology to provide technical support to the histology service. To be suitable for this role you must have a degree in Biomedical Science and be registered with the HCPC. Applications are welcomed from candidates with suitable experience with the appropriate qualification. Appointment will be subject to references and proof of a good attendance record.About usThe NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health. The Pathology Partnership is based on well-established models for pathology networks, with the Royal London Hospital becoming the main hub laboratory for the network and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at all other Hospital sites. Pathology is made up of the following services - Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry Infectious Diseases including Microbiology and Virology Cellular Pathology including Histopathology, non-gynae Cytology and mortuary services Immunology Cytogenetics and Molecular Haematology Immunophenotyping Clinical Transplantation and Retinoblastoma. [AK1] The 2020/21 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. 126m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 822 WTE. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor an informal discussion please contact Mr Lee Jeffries (Chief Specialist BMS Histology) 0203 246 0218 Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
oIBMS Accredited BSc Biomedical Science degree oCompleted IBMS specialist portfolio oRegistration with the HCPC as a biomedical scientist
Desirable
oMSc in relevant field
ExperienceEssential
oProven experience post HCPC registration in a Cellular Pathology laboratory oExperience of working with Laboratory Information Management System
Desirable
oExperience of staff training oExperience of digital pathology oExperience in specimen dissection
KnowledgeEssential
oUp to date knowledge of advances in histopathology oFamiliar with laboratory health and safety issues oKnowledge of Quality Management and the processes involved
SkillsEssential
oIT and keyboard skills to allow operation of Windows-based software and word processing. oAble to follow standard operating procedures oAble to troubleshoot routine laboratory issues oExcellent verbal and written communication skills oAble to undertake all histopathology laboratory techniques oAble to work to deadlines with accuracy oAble to work under pressure oGood communication skills
OtherEssential
oAble to undertake 'house-keeping duties' oAble to perform required duties with any appropriate aids or adaptations oAble to work independently and work within a team of mixed skills and abilities oAble to organise and prioritise own work activities oHold no reservations in handling human body fluids, tissue, organs, or infected material in accordance with Health & Safety policies. oThe post holder must be willing to have appropriate vaccinations
Desirable
oPrevious NHS experience
Employer detailsEmployer nameBarts Health NHS TrustAddressThe Royal London Hospital 80 Newark Street London E1 2ESAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 259-6328131ESEL
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