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Job requirements
Essential
15 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Work Experience
Extensive theoretical knowledge and practical experience of histopathology techniques to include immuncytochemistry and enzyme histochemistry
- Work Experience
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and practice applicable to laboratories
- Education/Training/Qualifc
HCPC Registration Biomedical Sciences
- Education/Training/Qualifc
Postgraduate level qualification in Cellular Pathology equivalent to Fellowship of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences or MSc or documented equivalent experience and competence
- Education/Training/Qualifc
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and ongoing training in Cellular Pathology
- Education/Training/Qualifc
Degree or equivalent in Biomedical Sciences
- Education/Training/Qualifc
High level of theoretical and practical knowledge of Histological techniques and their clinical applications
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Good IT skills and knowledge of MS programs
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Able to work to SOP's
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Able to troubleshoot failures of laboratory equipment and procedures
- Personal Qualit/Special circum
Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
- Personal Qualit/Special circum
Ability to work in an accurate and timely manner with a high level of concentration
- Personal Qualit/Special circum
Able to provide judgement on a wide range of complex laboratory issues
- Personal Qualit/Special circum
Highly organised
- Personal Qualit/Special circum
Able to work effectively as part of a team, and independently
Desirable
7 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Work Experience
Experience of organising, training, supervising and mentoring of junior staff
- Work Experience
Extensive knowledge of quality management and experience in BSN: EN ISO15189:2012
- Work Experience
Experience of Neuropatholgical Techniques
- Education/Training/Qualifc
Management or supervisory qualification or training
- Education/Training/Qualifc
Hold the IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice in Immunohistochemistry or be working towards this award
- Education/Training/Qualifc
Experience of working in an NHS Cellular Pathology Laboratory, with specific experience in immunocytochemistry and special stains
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge of departments IT system
Job overview
We are looking to appoint a full-time, HCPC-registered Senior Biomedical Scientist in the Histology Department at Southmead Hospital.
Applications are invited from enthusiastic, adaptable individuals who would enjoy working as part of a friendly team in this busy department.
Histology training is an essential pre-requisite. The successful candidate must have completed the IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology, or equivalent and hold a DEP in Histology Dissection.
The ideal candidate will be organised, keen to learn and reliable. They must be able to work effectively as part of team, as well as being able to work independently. Excellent communication skills are required and the candidate must have attention to detail. Knowledge of ISO:15189 would be an advantage.
Main duties of the job
- Undertake independent dissection and sampling of samples received for histopathology across a range of categories.
- Working as part of a team, help to provide a core, routine diagnostic laboratory service in Cellular Pathology (Histology) in accordance with national and professional standards.
- With other senior staff, participate in the supervision, training and development of staff in the department with a particular focus on dissection, including appraisals and absence management
- Act as a positive role model and visible leader within the department
- Support the cut up supervisor in the leadership of the day-to-day running of specimen reception and cut-up to ensure an efficient and effective workflow, working towards helping the department to deliver key performance indicators including turn around times
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Contribute to discussions of workflow patterns and methodology
- Ensure the efficient and safe use of consumables and equipment within the working area
- To be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and cleanliness of laboratory equipment.
- Be responsible for resource management within their section, in particular,
- ensuring adequate supplies of equipment, materials and reagents
- initiating the requisitioning of supplies
- prioritising work
- ensure outputs of section meet appropriate standards
- troubleshooting problems that occur
- Participate in evaluation of new methods and equipment
- Work according to the regulations and codes of practice governing aspects of Health and Safety relevant to the department.
- Assist in research and development projects
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
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This advert is for Senior Biomedical Scientist with North Bristol NHS Trust in Bristol, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Biomedical scientist role. The advertised salary is £49387.00 to £56515.00. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 10 Nov 2026.
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