Biomedical Scientist - Histology

The Biomedical Scientist – Histology will assist in the smooth running of the laboratory and timely provision of a high quality histopathology service. The primary working relationships will be with the Histology Manager, and the histology staff.

Responsabilities:

• To ensure that the specimens are received, booked in, cut-up, processed, cut, stained and dispatched as required to the highest standards, and within agreed turn around times.
• To participate in the workload and assist in controlling the quality and accuracy of the work output.
• To ensure that all samples are archived regularly and accurately.
• To undertake any training courses as considered necessary.
• To use and maintain any equipment within histology in compliance with the policy of the department.
• To be aware of, and comply at all times with Health and Safety regulations and safe laboratory procedures.
• Participate in specimen dissection (subject to competency and training).
• To take part in an annual staff appraisal.

Requirements

• HCPC registered BMS and member of Institute of Biomedical Sciences.

• Must have worked in histology laboratory before

• Microtomy & embedding experience

• 2 years post state registration

• Good knowledge of histological techniques.

• Health & Safety code of practice

• Experience of using laboratory based IT systems.

• Experience of accreditation

• Perform well under pressure and to work to deadlines.

• Commitment to personal CPD

• To maintain total confidentiality with regards to patient’s details.