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Job overview
The Cellular Pathology Department at Southmead Hospital provides a comprehensive service (Histopathology, Cytopathology and Immunohistochemistry) to the two acute Trusts in Bristol, local GPs and other centres in the south west. The work is varied, covering all specialisms with the exception of Neuropathology. The laboratories are well equipped including a tracking system and digital pathology integration, we are accredited by UKAS to ISO and approved by the IBMS for training.
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The Histopathology section is looking to appoint an enthusiastic, self motivated Band 6 Specialist Biomedical Scientist. The department strives to provide a high quality service to our users and so we are looking for someone who can bring new ideas and energy to ensure we are constantly improving.
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As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist you will participate in all aspects of the routine laboratory and then one other specialist area, either cut up including specimen dissection or special diagnostics which includes immunohistochemistry and special stains. The role you are offered may be dependent on previous experience or on the current needs of the department. You may also be asked to contribute to the Molecular Genomics service delivery if required.
You will be expected to take a leading role in day to day activities, supporting the senior team to ensure an optimised workflow through the department, working with, and supporting BMS and MLA staff as required. You will positively contribute to the training of staff both at BMS and MLA levels.
In addition you will be required to work on a rotational basis at our satellite laboratory based in the Bristol Royal Infirmary.
Working for our organisation
The Histopathology department has a strong team working environment, always looking to improve to enhance not only the service we provide our users but also the experiences we offer our team. Being a large department you will gain knowledge and experience across a wide range of activities and specimens.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This is a full time post (37.5 hours per week). The laboratory currently operates 7.00 am to 6.00 pm and applicants will need to be flexible to meet the needs of the service; this may include regular Saturdays.
Day to day you will be working alongside MLA and BMS colleagues to provide all elements of the service subject to your specialist responsibilities.
Please see the attached job description for more detail.
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The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.
At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT's workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.
Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.