The role of the histopathology department is to provide a specialist diagnostic service to patients. This post holder will support qualified staff in the histopathology department based at Harrogate District Hospital and assist in the diagnosis and monitoring of disease under supervision. The post holder will be involved with direct handling of potentially high‑risk uncontained body tissues and fluids from patients and perform routine diagnostic testing procedures on a rotational basis as determined by senior BMS staff, prioritising workload appropriately while following agreed protocols and procedures. Tasks include:
* Assess the suitability of samples presented for analysis and take appropriate decisions in the case of an unsuitable sample.
* Correctly match specimens, request forms and patient details and take appropriate action when there are discrepancies.
* Accurately identify specimens from clinical data supplied so that the specimens can be correctly entered on the computer system.
* Take accurate descriptive notes whilst assisting the pathologist at specimen dissection.
* Produce digital images of specimens.
* Decontaminate the cut‑up area following specimen dissection in accordance with laboratory protocols.
* File tissue specimens.
* Carry out routine automated staining techniques.
* Ensure that processing and staining machines are supplied with fresh reagents and are maintained regularly as per department protocol.
* Have a full understanding of the correct and safe use of and day‑to‑day maintenance of specialised scientific equipment used in the laboratory.
We are looking for an individual with a positive can‑do attitude, who demonstrates this through commitment to the role, passion for patient care and who enjoys working as part of a team. Working in our team of dedicated employees you will help us provide diagnostic results in a professional manner reflecting our core values and beliefs.
Do you want to work in a small, friendly, supportive team based in close proximity to the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales with very good transport links to Leeds, York and beyond? If you are friendly and enthusiastic with a passion for teamwork, our busy laboratory could be just the place for you to enjoy working. An exciting opportunity has become available for a Support Practitioner to join our high‑quality, UKAS‑accredited Histopathology laboratory at Harrogate District Hospital. The pathology team at Harrogate is a highly regarded service with an excellent reputation with service users. The focus of the department is on delivery of a high‑quality service with patients at the centre of everything we do. Our vision is to achieve excellence every time. The team at Harrogate is small and friendly, requiring a high degree of teamwork and co‑operation from its members, so candidates should be prepared to be part of the close‑knit environment fostered in the department.
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