St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen at South West London Pathology, St. George's NHS Foundation Trust Hospital for Specialist Biomedical Scientists to join our Cellular Pathology Department with a focus in Histology. We are looking for an enthusiastic Biomedical Scientist to work on rotation through our department and to help us continue to deliver exceptional, high-quality integrated care to our patients. Main duties of the job
We are currently seeking to recruit full-time Band 6 BMS. The successful candidate should be enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working, with a flexible approach to work. Appointment will be dependent on relevant experience with the Band 6 post HCPC registration. The posts are for 37.5 hours a week. This post is based at St. George's Hospital; however, the post holder may be required to work at any of the South West London Pathology sites as necessary. Applications are invited from suitably qualified and motivated HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientists to join a well-established team within the Histology section of this busy Cellular Pathology department, which has full UKAS Accreditation. The department actively encourages further education and CPD activities. Biomedical scientists within the Histology section will rotate through the laboratory and work with a range of equipment in specialist areas, including Digital Pathology, specimen dissection, OSNA, Mohs, and Immunohistochemistry. Applicants must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and have post-registration experience in a UKAS or IBMS accredited laboratory. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to an extended working service. About us
South West London Pathology (SWLP) is a partnership between four leading Hospital Trusts: Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, Kingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Epsom & St. Helier Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and St. George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This partnership is designed to provide an integrated, high-quality pathology service for hospitals and GPs across South West London, by bringing together the best of each Trust's service and providing them within a single organisation. Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification. Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
An honours degree or equivalent in a biological science HCPC Registration Hold the IBMS Specialist Diploma in relevant discipline or equivalent experience Knowledge and Experience
Proven experience post HCPC registration in the relevant discipline Excellent working knowledge of specialist subject in relevant discipline Evidence of continuing professional development Knowledge of health and safety issues Experience of quality management systems Skills and Abilities
Practical specialist analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software Accuracy and attention to detail Able to follow written methodologies or protocols Able to work as part of a team Able to work under pressure Ability to plan and prioritise allocated work Intermediate level of computer skills Excellent communication and presentation skills Use of enhanced pathology computer systems Other relevant
Good hand-eye coordination Able to perform light physical work Capable of intense periods of concentration Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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. St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust £44,806 to £53,134 a year pro-rata inclusive of HCAS (Inner)
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