At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Cellular Pathology team and perform vital diagnostic tests.
- Company: St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, a leader in healthcare.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing education support, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Must be HCPC registered with 24 months of post-registration experience.
The predicted salary is between 58133 - 65261 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen at South West London Pathology, St. George's NHS Foundation Trust Hospital for Specialist Biomedical Scientists to join our Cellular Pathology Department with a focus in Histology. We are looking for an enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist to work on rotation through our department and to help us continue to deliver exceptional, high-quality integrated care to our patients.
We are currently seeking to recruit full-time Band 7 BMS. They should be enthusiastic, dedicated, hard-working individuals and able to demonstrate a flexible approach to work. Appointment will be dependent on experience with the Band 7 post requiring 24 months post Specialist experience. The posts are for 37.5 hours a week. This post is based at St. George's Hospital; however, the post holder may be required to work at any of the South West London Pathology sites as and when necessary.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and motivated HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientists to join a well-established team within the Histology section of this busy Cellular Pathology department, which has full UKAS Accreditation. The department actively encourages further education and CPD activities. Biomedical scientists within the Histology section will rotate through the laboratory and work with a range of equipment in specialist areas, including Digital Pathology, specimen dissection, OSNA, Mohs, and Immunohistochemistry. Applicants must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and have post-registration experience in a UKAS or IBMS accredited laboratory. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to an extended working service.
South West London Pathology (SWLP) is a partnership between four leading Hospital Trusts – Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Epsom & St. Helier Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and St. George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust – designed to provide an integrated, high-quality pathology service for hospitals and GPs across South West London, by bringing together the best of each Trust’s service and providing them within a single organisation.
Scientific and Technical Duties:
- To be proficient in designated areas of diagnostic work within the department and to provide a comprehensive and appropriate laboratory service to patients and staff.
- To undertake a range of diagnostic tests and screening procedures through to initial interpretation.
- To ensure that test procedures are carried out according to SOPs, assess that other junior staff are competent and participate in their regular review and update.
- To undertake technical validation of highly complex results from laboratory investigations to ensure accuracy and precision as specified by laboratory protocols.
- To measure and monitor the accuracy and precision of laboratory investigations using appropriate quality control procedures.
- To carry out corrective action when quality control and assurance procedures indicate loss of performance.
- To take part in duties without supervision at a level of autonomy requiring decision making but can refer to more senior or medical staff for support.
Advanced Biomedical Scientist (Band 7) Cellular Pathology employer: Allscreens Nationwide Ltd
Allscreens Nationwide is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive team culture where employees are valued and encouraged to thrive. With access to state-of-the-art training facilities and opportunities for career progression, our Automotive Glazing Technicians in Birmingham can expect not only competitive bonuses but also the chance to work with the latest technology in the industry. Join us and be part of a company that prioritises both employee well-being and customer satisfaction.
