We are looking for highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our Cellular Pathology team to work within.....
We are looking for highly motivated, experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our Cellular Pathology team to work within Pathology.
The department is introducing Digital Pathology, and we are looking for a person to lead the scanning of slides. You will be responsible for ensuring the slides are scanned in a timely manner and are of appropriate quality. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the scanners are operating efficiently and effectively Assist senior BMS staff with the supervision and training of Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLA).
The successful applicant must possess a relevant qualification along with previous clinical laboratory experience. Candidates should hold either the NVQ Level 3 in Clinical Laboratory Support, or IBMS certificate of achievement Part II, or an equivalent qualification in a relevant science based subject.
Participation in the rota is compulsory, including weekend, bank holiday early and late shifts.
The post is based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital although candidates may be required to cover absences across sitesincluding RJAH.
As an Associate Practitioner you will work in collaboration with Biomedical Scientists and other colleagues assisting in the provision of a diagnostic service.
• You will mainly be involved in the day to day running of the slide scanners and ensuring the quality and efficiency of the scanning is maintained.
• You will be responsible for the daily maintenance of the scanners and ensuring that the outputs are of high quality
• You will also work in all areas of the Histology Laboratory and be involved in provision of the technical service.
• You will be checking that the correct sample type has been received, correct sample labelling and suitability for diagnostic investigations, in accordance with Pathology laboratory policies and standard operating procedures.
• You will be inputting data on the laboratory computer system and trouble shooting issues that may arise. Perform an increasing range of laboratory tests, many of which are of a non-routine nature, requiring experience, theoretical and technical knowledge.
• You will also be expected to participate in the provision of a 6/7 day working service as part of an average 37.5 hour working week - including weekends and Bank/Public holidays.
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) is the main provider of acute hospital care for more than 500,000 people from Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales.
Pathology provides pathology services to the Trust and Shropshire County CCG, Telford and Wrekin CCG, Powys Teaching Health Board, Powys Healthcare Trust, and the Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, amongst others.
The two hospitals, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford are just a 30 minute drive apart.
The Area
We are ideally located between the north and the south, making travelling around the UK extremely easy. As well as being only a short distance from major cities and busy transport links including Birmingham airport, our county also borders with beautiful north Wales which is abundant in outdoor activities, brilliant beaches, and thrilling scenery.
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Sep 2024
