Biomedical Science Assistant (Higher level)

Job overview

*** THIS VACANCY MAY BE CLOSED EARLY DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED ***

We are seeking a dedicated Biomedical Science Assistant (Higher level) to support the Scientific and Consultant teams in the department of Histopathology, based at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield.

A Biomedical Science Assistant is an integral part of a pathology laboratory team. The role supports Biomedical Scientists and Associate Practitioners in delivering a first class diagnostic service to medical professionals. This role is both challenging and rewarding. It is centred around ensuring patients receive the very best level of care in the analysis of their samples and the results that are produced. These results inform medical professionals on important decisions that they make regarding patient care.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be required to undertake:

Roles in specimen reception, specimen dissection transcription, specimen processing as well as a range of other duties including computer data entry, slide scanning for Digital pathology, operation of laboratory equipment, filing and retrieval of specimens, glass slides and paraffin blocks.

Pre-analytical processing of samples to include the receipt, preparation and processing.

Handle direct queries from Medical Staff, Nursing Staff and other Service Users including telephone enquiries and taking appropriate action as necessary.

Preparation of slides to load and unload digital pathology scanners.

Assist Scientific Staff in laboratory activities.

Store and retrieve biological material.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Please note, there is an advert closing date but if sufficient applications are received the advert may be closed early.