Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist to join the Cellular Pathology department at St Richards (Chichester) and Worthing hospitals.
The Cellular Pathology Laboratory (main base St Richards Hospital, Chichester) within the newly formed University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust currently deals with approximately 35,000 - 40,000 Histology specimens from across the West Sussex including St Richards Hospital, Chichester, Worthing Hospital and Southlands Hospital, Shoreham.
In addition to routine Histology samples the department undertakes work in Immunocytochemistry (ICC), Special Stains, Non-Gynae Diagnostic Cytology and OSNA (Intra-operative Breast Sentinel Node testing). The main laboratory at St Richards Hospital is currently open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, whilst the Worthing Hospital laboratory is open from 8am to 5pm, also Monday to Friday. There is no direct laboratory cover at Southlands Hospital.
Ideally, the post holder will have gained HCPC registration and have completed their IBMS registration portfolio and working knowledge of an NHS Cellular Pathology laboratory. Consideration may be given to candidates that are near completion of their portfolio and gaining HCPC registration. However, it should be noted that numeration will be at a Band 4 afc salary until HCPC registration is gained.
Main duties of the job
In this role you will be required:
To participate in the provision of a specialised, diagnostic, Pathology service contributing to the clinical care of the patient, to enable diagnosis and subsequent monitoring of the effectiveness of treatment given.
To work as part of a team in the UHSx West Cellular Pathology Department performing a wide range of routine and non-routine clinical, scientific or technical procedures as an appropriately regulated practitioner.
The post involves regular rotation and participation in different sections of the laboratory including Cut Up, Embedding, Main Laboratory, Special stains and Immunocytochemistry. The post holder will also be expected to participate at Worthing hospital on a rotational basis to cover cut-up.
The individual will be expected to apply judgement, and utilise skills and scientific knowledge, to provide a high quality and timely result service, performing routine procedures and investigations as requested.
As an HCPC registered position the post holder will be expected to work independently once appropriate competency checks have been signed-off.
To supervise and train junior staff as required.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Participate in all aspects of routine work in Cellular Pathology (histology and diagnostic (non-gynae) cytology, working both independently and as part of a team
- Undertake basic maintenance of equipment to ensure correct functioning
- Performance quality assurance checks, resolving any issues identified by junior staff, using knowledge and experience.
- Participate in internal quality control of slides before issuing to Pathologist.
Please see detailed Job descriptions and Person specification attached.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist
- IBMS approved Biomedical Sciences degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the HCPC for State registration purposes.
- Experience of discipline specific procedures in a NHS laboratory
- Understanding of Quality Management processes
- Demonstrable Registration experience in relevant discipline undertaken throughout completion of Registration Portfolio.
Desirable
- Member of the IBMS at the appropriate level
- Understanding of data quality, data protection and confidential use of patient information.
Others skills
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to undertake and report on appropriate biomedical investigations
- Ability to know when limit of scope of practice has been reached
- Basic IT and keyboard skills to allow operation of Windows-based software and word processing.
- Ability to undertake supervision of junior staff and to undertake appropriate training as directed by senior personnel.
- Demonstrates behaviours and attitudes that supports the Trust's Vision of "We Care" by showing compassion & communication, inclusion & respect and Teamwork & professionalism
Desirable
- Experience of using WinPath Enterprise.
- Experience of using Q-Pulse.
- Experience of laboratory tracking system (Leica Biosystems Cerebro)
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
St Richards Hospital
Spitalfield Lane
Chichester
PO19 6SE