The Biomedical Scientist – Histology will assist in the smooth running of the laboratory and timely provision of a high quality histopathology service. The primary working relationships will be with the Histology Manager, and the histology staff.
Responsabilities:
* To ensure that the specimens are received, booked in, cut-up, processed, cut, stained and dispatched as required to the highest standards, and within agreed turn around times.
* To participate in the workload and assist in controlling the quality and accuracy of the work output.
* To ensure that all samples are archived regularly and accurately.
* To undertake any training courses as considered necessary.
* To use and maintain any equipment within histology in compliance with the policy of the department.
* To be aware of, and comply at all times with Health and Safety regulations and safe laboratory procedures.
* Participate in specimen dissection (subject to competency and training).
* To take part in an annual staff appraisal.
Requirements
* HCPC registered BMS and member of Institute of Biomedical Sciences.
* Must have worked in histology laboratory before
* Microtomy & embedding experience
* 2 years post state registration
* Good knowledge of histological techniques.
* Health & Safety code of practice
* Experience of using laboratory based IT systems.
* Experience of accreditation
* Perform well under pressure and to work to deadlines.
* Commitment to personal CPD
* To maintain total confidentiality with regards to patient's details.