Job summary
The person appointed would be a State Registered BMS with an appropriate qualification (BSc in Biomedical Science or relevant science degree) in Cellular pathology and experience in Histopathology. Opportunities exist for further study leading to professional qualifications.
Main duties of the job
To undertake the preparation of histological sectioning of surgical material including bone and other hard tissues.
To undertake a range of tasks within laboratory with the aim of preparing material to assist the pathologists with diagnosis.
To perform a range of tasks that ensures the department works efficiently, safely and conforms to legal and accreditation standards.
About us
The department processes approximately 8000 surgical requests per annum, resulting in over 30,000 tests that include immunocytochemistry, molecular and special stains. The majority of specimens consist of bone and soft tissue tumours. There is also a relatively small amount of general orthopaedic pathology. The laboratory provides both the RNOHT and UCLHT with a diagnostic service and also provides the histopathology for the London Bone and Soft Tissue Tumour Unit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Participate in sample receipt and handling of specimens, following sample handling guidelines.
Accurately input patient demographics onto the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
To be able to accurately describe, select and prepare small tissue samples for microscopy and histological diagnosis. To assist the pathologist or senior BMS in the dissection of gross specimens. To cut pre-sliced section slabs of bone into blocks prior to decalcifying and sectioning.
To process tissue specimens in the laboratory through the use of processing machines, embedding, microtomy, cryotomy and staining.
To digitally x-ray a variety of specimens to accurately identify the end-point of decalcification and report unusual cases to senior staff. To undertake the sectioning of bone and other dense materials. To ensure the work produced within the department is of a consistently high standard and record its execution on the computer system. To perform and monitor immunohistochemical techniques using automated laboratory technology. Perform Fluorescence in Situ Hybridisation (FISH) and PCR. To file and retrieval of histological material.
Ensure reagents are prepared, stored and used according to laboratory procedures.
To assist with the ongoing maintenance of relevant equipment. To monitor stock levels of chemicals and consumables and provide senior BMS staff information for ordering. To participate in laboratory meetings. To have a working awareness of UKAS
To work on own initiative but bringing issues to senior managers when appropriate. To attend mandatory training.
To adhere to Trust policies and procedures relevant to your position.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Contributing team member
- Ability to work on own initiative and within a team
- Good communication skills both written and oral
- Ability to interpret data and form opinion
- Effective organisational skills
Training and experience
Essential
- BSc Biomedical Science or relevant science degree.
- HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
- Working knowledge and previous experience of histopathology, including both practical and theoretical knowledge
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the basic physiology, pathology and scientific principles of histopathology
- Awareness of national legislation and policies relating to relevant aspects of histopathology and pathology
- Understanding of UKAS ISO:15189:2012 accreditation standards within discipline.
- Understanding of health and safety requirements within their scope of practice.
- Competent in both microtomy and wax embedding.
Desirable
- Experience in sectioning hard material.
- Experience of immunohistochemistry.
- Experience of molecular techniques e.g. FISH and PCR
IT skills
Essential
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
Address
Stanmore
London
HA7 4LP