Senior Biomedical Scientist

Senior Biomedical Scientist (JR0079018)  Tunbridge Wells, England

Salary: GBP38000 - GBP41000 per annum + gym & healthcare

Senior Biomedical Scientist Histology - Tunbridge Wells Hospital | Permanent Contract | Full Time - 37.5 hours per week | Salary up to £41,000.00 per annum (depending on experience)

To look after the nation’s health, we must provide the highest standards of care. 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 Senior Biomedical Scientist at our Tunbridge Wells Hospital, you’ll bring the relevant qualifications and laboratory experience in Histology and 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, sharing our idea of quality.

As a Senior Biomedical Scientist Histology, you will:

1. Have in-depth knowledge of Histology to support the training and development of other staff members.
2. Carry out and oversee routine histology practices including dissection, microtomy, embedding, manual coverslipping, troubleshooting, validation of reagents and participation in NEQAS.
3. Keep records of specimens, results, reagents, and consumables.
4. Support the organisation in validating and assessing new histology equipment.
5. Assist in the maintenance and improvement of quality management systems required for UKAS accreditation.

As a Senior Biomedical Scientist you will have:

1. To be HCPC registered.
2. Relevant laboratory experience in histology with multi-disciplinary biomedical science.
3. Extensive histology experience, with knowledge to accompany this at specialist diploma level.
4. Good working knowledge of different histological techniques, ideally with dissection experience.
5. Good working knowledge of different analytical equipment in a range of multi-disciplinary techniques.
6. Good understanding of laboratory processes and day-to-day running of a laboratory.
7. The ability to maintain good customer relationships and provide high levels of service in a modern pathology laboratory.
8. Highly motivated and enthusiastic individual able to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Helping you feel good - The Benefits

We want our people to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. With access to private healthcare, free gym membership, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) which increase to 38 with length of service, 20% discount at our nurseries, cycle to work scheme, a range of lifestyle and wellbeing benefits, and more, you can enjoy a whole range of benefits tailored to your lifestyle.

We promise to support you with training opportunities and career development options. We believe in our people and will help you develop your skills and progress your career in Nuffield Health.

Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital.

The Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital is recognised for its friendly atmosphere, clinical expertise, and high standards of care. Our purpose-built hospital has been established since 1968, with 40 en-suite bedrooms, a busy outpatients and pre-assessment departments, diagnostic imaging services, pathology, a paediatric unit, surgical recovery ward, cancer care unit, 3 state-of-the-art operating theatres, and physiotherapy services.

Our staff are welcoming, friendly and supportive, led by a caring and effective management team. The hospital is conveniently located to the city centre and central railway station, making it easy for commuters.

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. It’s a good idea to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role.