Specialist Biomedical Scientist- Histology

Location: Taunton, Somerset Hours: 37.5; 9 month Fixed Term Contract Short Description Are you an HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist with expertise in Histopathology? Join our team of passionate professionals at Southwest Pathology Services (SPS) in Somerset and make a difference in the field! We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to providing a high-quality testing service and are enthusiastic about mentoring and sharing their knowledge. Description We have a new and exciting opportunity for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist available on a full-time and 9 month fixed term basis. Our Histology team operates its service across two laboratories, Taunton and Yeovil. This position is primarily based in Histology, at our Taunton Laboratory within our Essential Service Laboratory at Musgrove Park Hospital. You will have the opportunity to work in a laboratory that takes a leading technological approach with state-of-the-art technology in digital pathology and specimen tracking. Our team at SPS have been fundamental to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare in Somerset for over a decade. We hold ISO15189 UKAS accreditation and are an HCPC approved training Laboratory for both IBMS Registration and Specialist Portfolios. At SYNLAB, we believe in nurturing a culture of well-being and ensuring our employees are supported both professionally and personally. We offer a Wellbeing Allowance worth up to £1500 per annum for our esteemed team members working in Band 2 – 6 roles. SPS maintains a comprehensive training budget designed to support the career development of all staff members. This investment ensures that employees have access to the necessary resources and opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge and advance their professional growth. Responsibilities As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist within the Histology team, you will perform and interpret routine and specialist testing providing patient centred scientific excellence whilst maintaining high quality standards in accordance with ISO15189. This includes dissection/grossing of category A and B specimens, immunohistochemistry using the Leica Bond platform, Quality Control Procedures and audit. You will supervise, mentor and support Biomedical Scientists, Trainee Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners and Medical Laboratory Assistants within your department, sharing your knowledge, experience and passion for your work. As a registered Biomedical Scientist, you will have the responsibility of maintaining fitness to practice and participate actively in CPD. SPS will commit to support you in developing your skills and knowledge in line with your professional growth and our business interests. Most importantly, through our shared values, you will help to make a positive difference to the lives, health and wellbeing of those within our community. Qualifications If you have the following qualifications and skills then we’d love to hear from you: HCPC registration with post registration experience working in a Histology laboratory. IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Cellular Pathology/Histology. Good working knowledge and hands-on experience working with various Histology platforms. We will also consider Band 5 applicants looking to complete a specialist portfolio with automatic progression to Band 6 upon successful completion. About Us SYNLAB UK & Ireland work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering. We operate in increasingly diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers, suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and create a sustainable, high-performing workforce. We believe our staff is vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare, therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching and clear career pathways. We promote an open and collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively encourage feedback and suggestions.

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