Band 7 Biomedical Scientist - Expert Scientist Dissector Team

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Join us for an exciting opportunity as a Band 7 Biomedical Scientist
- Expert Scientist Dissector Team in Bath, UK
. You will earn £31 hourly, with an ASAP start and ongoing full-time work. We are seeking a seasoned professional to enrich our Histopathology team.

• Flexible Full-Time:
  Enjoy the stability of full-time work with the flexibility that fits your lifestyle. Your healthcare career should adapt to your life, not the other way around.
• Professional Growth:
  Enhance your career with opportunities for professional development and learning on the job. We support your ambitions.
• Diverse
  
  Experience:
  
  Working as a locum provides exposure to a variety of cases and departments, expanding your skill set and career opportunities.
• Competitive Pay:
  Benefit from generous hourly rates that reflect your expertise and commitment.

• Assist the Cellular Pathology Laboratory Manager, Histology Chief Biomedical Scientist, and the Clinical Lead of the Histopathology Department in delivering a comprehensive clinical Histopathology service.
• Achieve competency in accurately describing, selecting, and preparing a wide range of category A, B, and C specimens for histological diagnosis, progressing to an independent practitioner in dissection with remote supervision.
• Apply personal judgement based on advanced experience and knowledge to guide decision-making for BMS and support staff within dissection.
• Report any unexpected abnormal findings to a Pathologist promptly.
• Continue to expand your dissection repertoire in line with service needs, training, and competency assessments.
• Manage tissue preparation techniques, including fixation and decalcification.
• Handle macrophotography of gross histology specimens.
• Oversee sample and reagent preparation following department protocols.
• Prepare specimens for consultant cut-up according to protocol schedules.
• Resolve technical issues as they arise, providing appropriate reporting.
• Advise and collaborate with non-departmental staff, including clinicians, theatre staff, and GPs, on correct biopsy collection and handling procedures.
• Participate in laboratory processes such as embedding and microtomy as needed to support the workload.

• HCPC registration with at least 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• A car driver is preferable for ease of commuting and accessibility.

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