Job overview
The post holder will act as an experienced specialist State Registered Biomedical Scientist to provide a continuous, comprehensive Cellular Pathology service as an aid to effective diagnosis and treatment.
To undertake routine and advanced preparatory and interpretive techniques to include Immunohistochemistry and Research projects.
To perform technical duties as required in Cellular Pathology to necessary standards, and within the guidelines of Health and Safety regulations, in support of the provision of a diagnostic service to patients.
The post holder practices as a Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientist performing routine and specialist tasks unsupervised when necessary, but directed by senior Biomedical Scientists according to the operational requirements of the service. The post holder will also be expected to work independently.
The post holder will maintain personal and professional development and competency to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training.
To supervise newly qualified BMS staff, trainees and biomedical support workers.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Cellular Pathology Department at Swansea Bay University Health Board as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist / Trainee BMS.
The department is continually developing services and as a BMS you would be at the forefront of developments such as the implementation of Molecular Pathology Services and the all-Wales Digital Pathology Programme.
In addition to experienced Biomedical Scientists, applications are invited from graduates (or students who are about to graduate) with an accredited IBMS degree in Biomedical Science or students who are about to graduate from a healthcare science practitioner training programme (PTP) degree.
Trainee Biomendical Scientists will be appointed in the absence of any appropriately qualified candidates.
The Cellular Pathology Department has an excellent record in achieving HCPC registration for Trainee Biomedical Science graduates who have not already achieved this.
We offer a wide range of development opportunities and CPD activities, and are currently supporting a number of staff through MSc courses.
The department is fully UKAS accredited under ISO 15189 standards and is well equipped with state of the art equipment.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an enthusiastic and committed team and help us to continue to develop and strive to provide the highest quality service to our patients.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Degree in Biomedical Science. IBMS Specialist Portfolio in histology or equivalent knowledge and experience.
Desirable criteria
2. Worked in Cellular Pathology laboratory environment
Skills
Essential criteria
3. Proven ability to work independently
Desirable criteria
4. Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
Knowledge / Experience
Essential criteria
5. In depth experience and wide understanding and practice of Cellular Pathology techniques. Good Knowledge of current professional issues
Desirable criteria
6. Understanding of complex specialist laboratory techniques
Swansea Bay University Health Board is committed to supporting its staff and processes to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing service users experience. In our commitment to increase the number of staff able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
Equality remains at the centre of the Health Boards policy-making, service delivery and employment practices. We value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from people from protected groups under the Equality Act 2010, this specifically includes age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/reassignment, race, religion, disability, pregnancy and maternity and marriage and civil partnership.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Welsh language skills are desirable