Job summary
We are looking for 2 fixed term Healthcare Scientist Assistants at band 4 level to integrate into the Histopathology team and to lead on the CVLP clinical trials project. There will also be elements of the role where you will support the Organ Retention laboratory team and other Clinical trials. These roles will act as key members of the full team and have responsibility to be the points of contact for the trials across the Pathology network which also includes the collation and presentation of key data.
***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.
Available as a fixed term contract or secondment opportunity with the possibility of becoming permanent. (With current line manager's agreement). ***
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will work together with the senior staff in Cellular and Anatomical Pathology to produce a timely, high quality, accurate and cost effective service.
- The post holder will assist in the timely processing of tissue and other biological specimens submitted for examination, typically 40,000 per annum.
- To lead on all aspects of CVLP testing, including laboratory examination, preparation, sending away process, reports and data collection. To act as point of contact / lead for region on CVLP
- To support Clinical Trials for the department
- To work within Organ Retention team
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake duties in the Histology laboratory and assist in the preparation and processing of a wide range of biological specimens
Undertake routine and non-routine technical and clerical duties within all sections of Histology
To support Organ Retention by being one of a number of named staff rotating into the area.
To act as lead for CVLP / CPGC testing, data collation and management of such work including technical aspects for processing.
Assist in the maintenance and running of any laboratory equipment as directed. This will include maintaining cleanliness to the necessary standard, discarding waste chemical solutions, replenishment of fresh solutions and use of the instruments.
Please refer to attached JD for full breakdown of the roles.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ3 or equivalent science based qualification or demonstrable experience of a wide range of histological procedures / laboratory techniques
Desirable
- Biological science degree
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience and demonstrable competency of a wide range of histological procedures
- Familiar with medical terminology utilised during specimen dissection
- Good IT skills with proven knowledge and demonstrable experience of databases/excel/word
Desirable
- Demonstrable laboratory experience / knowledge
- Demonstrable data entry or handling experience
Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills, staff at all levels of the organisation with tact and diplomacy
- Effectively organise and prioritise own work
Desirable
- Ability to recognise improvements within the work area
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 .
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Plymouth
Derriford
Plymouth
PL6 8DH