Biomedical Scientist - Histology (Bank)

Nuffield Health; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Job description

Biomedical Scientist - Histology

Oxford Hospital | Pathology | Bank - Ad hoc | Part time

Salary: competitive, depending on experience

Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability.

To look after the nation’s health, we must provide the highest standards of care. So, we need to work with the best talent around. That’s why we’re looking for someone who understands how important it is to maintain great relationships while providing high levels of service in a modern pathology laboratory.

As a Biomedical Scientist at our Oxford Hospital, you’ll bring the relevant qualifications and laboratory experience in multidisciplinary biomedical science. You have a good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of techniques. You’re also a natural communicator and team player, and you share our idea of quality.

As a Biomedical Scientist specialising in Histology, you will:

• Be competent to work in different sections of the laboratory
• Participate in the production of histology sections for microscopic examination. This includes: Biopsy/specimen transfer, Tissue processing, Embedding, Microtomy, Staining, Microscopy
• Prepare staining solutions and reagents and assist in the maintenance of adequate stocks of reagents and consumables
• Ensure the efficient and safe use of consumables and equipment within the working area
• Participate in internal quality control procedures and external quality assurance procedures
• Participate in quality assurance procedures and corrective actions
• Communicate with clinicians, laboratory and clinical staff regarding samples required, appropriateness of tests, provision of results, etc.
• Work according to the regulations and codes of practice governing aspects of Health and Safety relevant to the department
• Maintain a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out in the laboratory

To be considered for this role you must:

• Have an active HCPC registration
• Be organised and possess good IT skills
• Have knowledge of the Health and Safety of working in a lab

Helping you feel good.

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy, and valued. That’s why we’ve developed a benefits package with you in mind, including Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, access to our Pension Scheme, and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month.

Nuffield Health Oxford

Our modern hospital is based within a stone’s throw of the historic City of Oxford, a world-renowned centre of excellence for surgical and medical expertise. We are proud of the wonderful environment and team we have established, providing our patients with first-class care. We operate 6 well-equipped and modern operating theatres with 64 well-presented ensuite rooms.

We cater for inpatient and day care, providing a broad range of surgical specialties and clinics including Paediatrics, Oncology, Interventional Cardiology & Radiology, Orthopaedics, Endoscopy, Gynaecology, Urology, Ophthalmology, as well as women’s and men’s health clinics. The hospital is located with excellent transport links by road and rail, both to and from London, Thames Valley, and the Midlands.

Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today.

If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it’s a good idea to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role.

It starts with you.