Specialist Biomedical Scientist - Histopathology

Job overview

The Histopathology Department at Dorset Country Hospital is looking to recruit a well-motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our friendly team as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist. The post is permanent and full time reporting to the Head Biomedical Scientist / Histopathology Laboratory Manager.

Applications are invited from enthusiastic, motivated individuals who are committed to the provision of a high-quality service, with a background of working in a diagnostic laboratory and have specialist knowledge of Histopathology processes, ideally having completed the IBMS Specialist Diploma for Cellular Pathology.

The post holder will be involved with the delivery of routine and urgent histology, non-gynaecological cytopathology, andrology and immunohistochemistry samples through the laboratory in collaboration with other laboratory staff and department personnel.

Applications from HCPC registered individuals without an IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology may be considered for an offer of a position subject to progress towards completing the Specialist Portfolio; a Band 5 position may be offered, dependant on circumstances.

Main duties of the job

Once fully trained, the post holder would be expected to lead and be part of the Histopathology team, working as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist within the laboratory to ensure the satisfactory delivery of the complete range of service offered by the histopathology department, in collaboration with other laboratory staff.  You will be working closely with Consultant Histopathologists and laboratory staff whilst communicating regularly with other service users in the hospital.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Skills and expertise are achieved and maintained to perform duties in the Histopathology department including but not limited to:

• Specimen Dissection / Transfer
• On-Call cover for overnight breakdowns of tissue processors
• Embedding
• Microtomy & Cryotomy
• Staining of Special Stains
• Microscopic QC of H&E, Special Stains and Immunohistochemistry
• Case allocation to Consultant Pathologist
• Immunohistochemistry
• Non-Gynae Cytology slide preparation
• Andrology Analysis of Semen samples

• To assist with maintaining the training and competency of departmental staff in order to support the department’s activities.
• Training records are updated and maintained for staff members as appropriate.
• To maintain the systems for error logging to standards required by UKAS and the Trust.
• Ensure working within technical areas is safe, of necessary standard, and cost effective.
• Working closely with colleagues and provide support to meet the Pathology Quality Management System, SOPs, audits, policies etc.
• Carry out Audits within the department as appropriate

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.