Biomedical Scientist (Bank) in Marston

Responsibilities

• Carry out Mohs technical procedures including tissue preparation, inking, orientation, frozen section cutting, staining, and slide preparation to support real-time clinical decision-making.
• Provide accurate, timely, and high-quality diagnostic support to clinicians, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.
• Assist in the provision of reliable and accurate analytical data in line with ISO 15189 standards.
• Be responsible for the organisation, coordination, and day-to-day management of the Mohs laboratory service.
• Ensure the effective delivery of a patient-focused, efficient Mohs service in collaboration with Dermatology and Histopathology teams.
• Take responsibility for all technical aspects of the Mohs service, including equipment management, maintenance scheduling, stock control, and consumables.
• Maintain all associated departmental documentation, records, SOPs, and quality assurance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 15189, UKAS, Health & Safety legislation, and local governance frameworks.
• Participate in internal audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service evaluations.
• Support the investigation of incidents, near misses, and non-conformances, ensuring learning is embedded into practice.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist.
• MSc (or working towards) in Biomedical Sciences or equivalent qualification.
• Specialist Portfolio in Cellular Pathology.
• Significant experience working in a Cellular Pathology / Histopathology laboratory.
• Demonstrated competence in Mohs micrographic surgery techniques.
• Strong understanding of ISO 15189 standards and UKAS accreditation requirements.
• Experience in quality assurance, audit, and documentation control.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits & Clinic Information

• Circle Cheshire Clinic in Northwich is part of Circle Health Group, Britain\’s leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.
• Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.
• Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values.