Specialist Biomedical Scientist

University Hospital Southampton ,
Southampton, Hampshire
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Cellular Pathology at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) has an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Biomedical Scientist to join their friendly forward thinking team. This role is within a busy and continually developing department with responsibility to oversee & lead the day-to-day running of a section within the histopathology laboratory & preparation for the forthcoming UKAS accreditation visit. ABOUT THE TEAM UHS is one of the largest hospitals in the country. It is a national centre for both teaching and research and also a regional centre for Neurological, Cardiac, Paediatric and Cancer specialities. The laboratories are sited at Southampton General Hospital within purpose-built modern and well-equipped facilities providing comprehensive diagnostic services delivering both routine and specialist testing to Wessex Region patients and a number of external referral sites. Cellular Pathology includes neuropathology, paediatric pathology, immunohistochemistry and also incorporates the departments of Diagnostic Cytology, Biomedical Imaging, Electron Microscopy and provision of Mortuary services to the hospital, City Council and local Coroners. The department is integrated with the University of Southampton's department of pathology which has a major role in medical student education and has active research programs in both applied and basic experimental pathology. Approximately 45,000 Histology specimens and 3,000 diagnostic Cytology samples are currently received and processed annually. There is a newly furbished suite to support the delivery of the Mohs service within the Trust. This post is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and suitably experienced individual to contribute to a rapidly developing service. The post also presents opportunity for personal development, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is actively supported. The laboratory is IBMS approved for training and is UKAS accredited. WHAT YOU'LL DO * You will be responsible for overseeing & leading a specialist section within the department. * In conjunction with the cellular pathology quality lead, you will ensure that the specialist section continues to meet all quality standards required & all relevant documentation in preparation for UKAS accreditation visits is available & continues to be kept up to date * You will oversee the UKNEQAS CPT EQA submissions for the section, highlighting & responding to any non-conformities raised. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR * You will need to be registered with the HCPC as a biomedical scientist. * You will need to be an excellent communicator & be able to work effectively as part of large team. * You will need to have an excellent attention to detail * You will need to be able to prioritise workload & adjust to accommodate unexpected events &/or changes in demands WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU As one of the largest acute teaching Trust's in England, we can offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. We believe you deserve the best possible surroundings in which to do your job and we want to support you in doing your job to the best of your ability. As a Trust, we support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. You'll have an opportunity to discuss this at interview. Our LiveWell and inspire programme offers opportunities, support and advice, including smoking cessation services, exercise and activity classes, and support for mental health. UHS employees are able to access a huge range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata) on appointment, can access on-site nursery facilities (subject to availability), and we offer a generous pension scheme. ABOUT OUR TRUST AND SOUTHAMPTON UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and only an hour on the train from central London. The New Forest National Park and the beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than those in London, 13 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted and 13 nearby green spaces to enjoy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 01 July 2020. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO APPLY If you're interested in applying for this role, we'd encourage you to get in touch using the contact information at the bottom of this advert with any questions or if you would like to arrange an informal visit. Alternatively, if you're ready to apply, please follow the link below to complete an application. For further details / informal visits contact: Sharon Kooner-Evans Diagnostic Cytology Manager Sharon.kooner-evans@uhs.nhs.uk 023 8120 4878 Paul Garnett Histology M

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