Location: Cambridge Job Type: Locum Band: 6 Specialism: Histopathology Hours: Full-time (Monday-Friday)
Rate: Competitive hourly rate 25-27p/h
Hunter AHP have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Locum Biomedical Scientist with specialist experience in Histopathology to join a reputable NHS hospital based in Cambridge. This is an excellent role for someone looking to enhance their skills in a modern, well-equipped laboratory setting while contributing to a high-demand department.
Key Responsibilities:
Embedding, microtomy, staining (including special stains), and sectioning across a range of tissue types
Operate histopathology equipment (e.g., Leica or Thermo microtomes)
Ensure quality control and compliance with UKAS/ISO 15189 standards
Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to laboratory SOPs
Support junior staff and assist with training if required
Essential Requirements:
HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist
Minimum of 1 year UK experience working in a Histopathology lab
Proficiency in microtomy (preferred block count: 30-40/hour)
Familiarity with quality assurance processes and UKAS standards
Desirable:
Previous NHS experience
Experience with digital pathology systems
Key Benefits:
* Market-leading pay rates
* Flexible contracts in top NHS labs
* Fast-track onboarding & compliance support
* Opportunity to work alongside leading specialists
Why apply with us?
* Market-leading pay rates
* Speedy onboarding & compliance support
* Flexible locations and contracts
* Roles across NHS and private sectors
Interested? If you are interested in discussing this further, please don't hesitate to reach out. I would love to provide you with more details and answer any questions you might have.
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