Advanced Biomedical Scientist – Histology (Dissection focus)
Huntingdon, HCA Cyted Laboratories
Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday. Permanent.
Competitive Salary Dependent On Experience, With Excellent Benefits
We’re looking for an Advanced Biomedical Scientist to join our Histology team at HCA Cyted Laboratories in Huntingdon. This role is ideal for an experienced Biomedical Scientist who has developed expertise in tissue dissection and is ready to take a recognised advanced role within a modern, digitally led histopathology service. You’ll be trusted for your judgement, technical skill, and professionalism, working closely with Consultant Pathologists and colleagues to deliver consistently high‑quality results.
You’ll be part of a stable and motivated team where quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement are prioritised over constant capacity pressure. With modern facilities, digital workflows, and predictable weekday working, this is an environment that allows you to focus on your practice, contribute meaningfully to service development, and maintain a healthy work–life balance.
What You’ll Do
* Undertake routine and complex histological work, with a particular focus on high‑quality tissue dissection
* Act as an advanced point of reference for dissection practice, supporting consistency, quality, and best practice within the laboratory
* Oversee the management of dissection related equipment and consumables, ensuring continuity of service and maintaining appropriate stock levels within the department.
* Contribute to the effective day‑to‑day organisation and strategic operation of the Histopathology Department, supporting the delivery of departmental turnaround time (TAT) targets and ensuring a consistently high standard of service delivery and patient care.
* Work closely with Consultant Pathologists and colleagues to support efficient workflows and service improvements
* Contribute to maintaining and enhancing ISO 15189 compliance through quality assurance and continuous improvement activity
* Support the training, development, and competency assessment of colleagues within the Histopathology team
What You’ll Bring
* HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
* Experience working in an ISO 15189 accredited Histology laboratory
* Demonstrable experience in tissue dissection, with DEP desirable
* Membership of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences
* Confidence to work autonomously, support colleagues, and contribute positively to service development
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays, increasing with service, with the option to buy or sell leave
* Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
* Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
* Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
* Group Life Assurance from day one
* Critical illness cover
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
* Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
* A comprehensive range of flexible health, protection, and lifestyle benefits
* Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Culture and values
At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard, and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.
Core Values
* Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual
* Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion
* Honesty, integrity and fairness: We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness
* Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity
Reasonable adjustments
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs and offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and in the workplace.
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