Senior Biomedical ScientistNHS

Job summary

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

Job description

• 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

About us

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations, operating from three main sites at Southmead, Bristol city centre and Weston.

With an annual turnover of 2.6 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom.

Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Foundation Trust aims to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our Four Ps:

• Better outcomes for ourPatients
• More opportunities for our People
• Fairer more consistent care for ourPopulation
• Best Value for Public Purse

Our vision for five years from now:

• Patients will wait less time to be diagnosed and treated, and they will have the same high-quality experience and outcomes, regardless of who they are or where they live.
• We will meet rising demand by maximising the use of our available resources.
• More care will be delivered nearer to patients, in their homes or the community.
• Digital technologies will have transformed the way we work and the way we deliver care.
• Our people will feel engaged, energised and empowered by their work.
• We will be known as a place where people enjoy working, training and building a career.
• Our volume of globally renowned research and innovation will have grown significantly.
• We will contribute to system financial balance.