Biomedical Scientist - Expert Scientist Dissector

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified BMS for the role of Expert Scientist Dissector. The post holder will be a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, with extensive experience in Cellular Pathology with a membership or Fellowship with the IBMS. The post holder will have completed or be working towards the IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection. The role will predominantly be based within cutup, supporting the service alongside Consultant Histopathologists and Specialist Trainees.

The post holder will complete dissection of a range of Histopathology sub-specialties and achieve/maintain competency in the dissection of category A, B and C specimens. They will develop agreed protocols and policies and coordinate their implementation in the specimen reception and dissection area. They will play a key role in service development for the dissection area, striving for and maintaining best practice.

In liaison with the senior BMS team, the post holder will ensure a timely workflow and assist in maintaining high scientific and technical standards. They will be active in the training of BMS team members learning dissection both at in-house level and DEP level. To qualify for this role candidates must hold the DEP in dissection; however, candidates will also be considered if they are currently working towards this qualification.

• Overseeing the day to day workload and flow within dissection
• Achieve and maintain competency in the dissection of category A-C specimens
• Completing daily dissection workload
• Train and develop the competence of BMSs in handling and dissection of histological specimens categories A-C
• Quality responsibility within dissection: writing and reviewing SOPs, RAs, carrying out audits and undertaking CAPA and DATIX where necessary
• Initiate and contribute to improvements within the dissection service

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BMS - Expert Scientist Dissector in Cellular Pathology

Taking a leading role within the dissection section to oversee and maintain a high quality service in liaison with the current senior BMS team and the Chief BMS.

Main duties include:

• Dissection of specimens categories A-C
• Training of BMS staff in dissection for the DEP or in-house protocols
• Continue to develop the range of specimens within the dissection repertoire
• Responsible for opening specimens ready for dissection by Pathologists
• Deal with and resolve issues within the dissection area in liaison with the Chief BMS
• Active participation in quality processes associated with dissections including audit, SOP design and review, CAPA and DATIX
• Adopt a flexible approach to achieving service needs within core hours 8:00am to 5:30pm
• Participation in all laboratory processes as required
• Participation in senior BMS duties alongside the current senior team

Desirable to view the full details: attached Job Description and Person Spec.

Essential criteria

• HCPC accredited Biomedical Science degree
• HCPC registration
• DEP in Histological Dissection

Desirable criteria

• Leader and Management Qualification

Essential criteria

• Microtomy, Embedding etc.
• Experience of training and/or mentoring
• Dissection of specimens category A-C

Desirable criteria

• Computer literacy
• Good understanding of the…