Specialist BMS Histopathology Band 6

Job overview

HCPC Registered Specialist Biomedical Scientists (Histopathology) – Band 6

2 Posts Available (Including 1 Digital Histology Implementation Role)

We are seeking two enthusiastic, motivated and professional HCPC-registered Specialist Biomedical Scientists to join our friendly and forward-thinking Histopathology Department at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle.

One of these posts will incorporate the role of Digital Histology Biomedical Scientist , providing an exciting opportunity for an individual with an interest in digital pathology to help drive the department's digital transformation. Working closely with Consultant Pathologists, laboratory staff, and departmental management, the successful candidate will support the implementation and ongoing development of our digital pathology service, helping to realise the Trust's digital vision. Dedicated time will be allocated to support these additional responsibilities alongside specialist Histopathology duties.

As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality Histopathology service, working collaboratively with Biomedical Scientists, Laboratory Support Workers, Pathologists and the wider multidisciplinary team. You will utilise your specialist knowledge and experience to support the provision of an efficient, safe and patient-centred diagnostic service, ensuring the highest standards of quality and professionalism are maintained.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the job are to carry out specialist technical and scientific work in a section of the laboratory. Ensure prompt processing of patient specimens including analysis, utilising highly complex automated analytical equipment, manual methods, specialist and complex testing. Perform laboratory procedures effectively, rotating through the sections of the department, to provide a comprehensive pathology service as an aid to effective diagnosis and treatment of patients. Supervise Band 5 Biomedical Scientists and other lab staff within their work area. Specialist knowledge/qualifications are required for this role.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

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If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

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Disclosure and Barring Service:

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.