NHS Professionals
Flackwell Heath, Buckinghamshire
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity as Specialist Biomedical Scientist at Wycombe Hospital in the Histopathology Department of Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. You will be work as registered Biomedical Scientist, supporting Senior and Lead Biomedical Scientists while leading the day-to-day management and direction of established workflows within designated laboratory sections. You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of an efficient, effective, and comprehensive Cellular Pathology service, overseeing Band 5 Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners, and Medical Laboratory Assistants. Main duties of the job As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you will act as deputy to the Senior Biomedical Scientist when required and take responsibility for managing section-specific workflow during your allocated rota, including coordinating work allocation and break times and adapting plans to meet service demands. You will ensure all laboratory activity meets UKAS ISO 15189:2012 requirements, with all work quality-controlled to the appropriate standard prior to release. You will identify, document, and resolve quality issues, escalating concerns appropriately in line with governance procedures. You will also be required to hold and maintain the IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Cellular Pathology to support advanced professional practice. You will also support and contribute to staff training and competency, ensuring practice is appropriate to role requirements, and be involved in the production of high-quality histological stained sections from surgical and post-mortem tissues to support consultant pathologists in diagnostic decision-making. About us Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want Job Roles & Responsibilities To provide senior technical expertise across specialist laboratory areas, including histology, immunocytochemistry, frozen sections, molecular techniques, and digital pathology, supporting complex diagnostic workflows and service resilience. To lead troubleshooting and resolution of technical or process-related issues, identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions, and escalating unresolved matters appropriately to maintain service continuity. To support the introduction and validation of new techniques, equipment, and technologies, contributing to method development, verification documentation, and safe implementation within routine practice. To ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements, including COSHH, risk assessments, safe handling of hazardous substances, and maintaining clean, safe, and well-organised work areas. To undertake designated specialist responsibilities within the laboratory, such as digital pathology oversight, quality management systems, HTA compliance, IT systems support, immunocytochemistry controls, or special stains governance. To contribute to audit, governance, and continuous improvement activities, including participation in internal and external audits, investigation of non-conformities, and supporting corrective and preventative actions through quality systems. Person Specifications & Qualifications HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist. Biomedical Science degree or equivalent qualification. Completed Specialist Portfolio with relevant histology experience. Minimum two years post-registration diagnostic pathology experience. Experience of standard diagnostic methods and active CPD participation. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details NHS Professionals Limited Location Wycombe General Hospital, Queen Alexandra Roadm, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2TT
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity as Specialist Biomedical Scientist at Wycombe Hospital in the Histopathology Department of Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. You will be work as registered Biomedical Scientist, supporting Senior and Lead Biomedical Scientists while leading the day-to-day management and direction of established workflows within designated laboratory sections. You will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of an efficient, effective, and comprehensive Cellular Pathology service, overseeing Band 5 Biomedical Scientists, Associate Practitioners, and Medical Laboratory Assistants. Main duties of the job As a Specialist Biomedical Scientist, you will act as deputy to the Senior Biomedical Scientist when required and take responsibility for managing section-specific workflow during your allocated rota, including coordinating work allocation and break times and adapting plans to meet service demands. You will ensure all laboratory activity meets UKAS ISO 15189:2012 requirements, with all work quality-controlled to the appropriate standard prior to release. You will identify, document, and resolve quality issues, escalating concerns appropriately in line with governance procedures. You will also be required to hold and maintain the IBMS Specialist Portfolio in Cellular Pathology to support advanced professional practice. You will also support and contribute to staff training and competency, ensuring practice is appropriate to role requirements, and be involved in the production of high-quality histological stained sections from surgical and post-mortem tissues to support consultant pathologists in diagnostic decision-making. About us Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want Job Roles & Responsibilities To provide senior technical expertise across specialist laboratory areas, including histology, immunocytochemistry, frozen sections, molecular techniques, and digital pathology, supporting complex diagnostic workflows and service resilience. To lead troubleshooting and resolution of technical or process-related issues, identifying root causes, implementing corrective actions, and escalating unresolved matters appropriately to maintain service continuity. To support the introduction and validation of new techniques, equipment, and technologies, contributing to method development, verification documentation, and safe implementation within routine practice. To ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements, including COSHH, risk assessments, safe handling of hazardous substances, and maintaining clean, safe, and well-organised work areas. To undertake designated specialist responsibilities within the laboratory, such as digital pathology oversight, quality management systems, HTA compliance, IT systems support, immunocytochemistry controls, or special stains governance. To contribute to audit, governance, and continuous improvement activities, including participation in internal and external audits, investigation of non-conformities, and supporting corrective and preventative actions through quality systems. Person Specifications & Qualifications HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist. Biomedical Science degree or equivalent qualification. Completed Specialist Portfolio with relevant histology experience. Minimum two years post-registration diagnostic pathology experience. Experience of standard diagnostic methods and active CPD participation. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details NHS Professionals Limited Location Wycombe General Hospital, Queen Alexandra Roadm, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2TT
NHS Professionals
Flackwell Heath, Buckinghamshire
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Cellular Pathology/Histology team at Wycombe Hospital in Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. You will support Biomedical Scientists in delivering an efficient, effective, and comprehensive Cellular Pathology service and be involved in all aspects of laboratory work. You will complete required training and competency documentation to demonstrate laboratory competence and take part in the laboratory rota, including cut-up support, monitoring the main laboratory, throw-out duties, and Digital Pathology activities. Main duties of the job As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you will manage specimen processing in the Cellular Pathology department. You will receive fresh and formalin-fixed specimens, ensure their safe handling, including High Risk specimens, and refer them to Microbiology when required. You will use the Cellular Pathology and CRS computer systems to enter data, order tests, print reports, and make enquiries regarding patient details. You will verify the accuracy of information on request forms and specimens, assign Histopathology surgical numbers, and follow the pathology minimum labelling policy to resolve any discrepancies, contacting theatres, wards, consultants, or GPs when necessary. Complex issues will be escalated to senior staff. About us Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want Job Roles & Responsibilities To accurately book surgical specimens into the Winpath System and enter all necessary specimen information using the correct codes, ensuring proper tracking and documentation. To assist with day-to-day laboratory workflow, ensuring that all consumables and equipment are available and organized to support efficient specimen processing. To prepare specimens for cutting and staining, including trimming wax blocks, setting up work areas with slides, water baths, and ice trays, and ensuring readiness of microtomes for routine and large block sectioning. To manage laboratory stock, including monitoring solvent and reagent levels, preparing special stain solutions, labelling chemicals correctly, and recording deliveries and lot information for compliance purposes. To support audit and quality assurance activities, including retrieving archived specimens, re-cutting and re-staining blocks, and ensuring accurate case documentation for reporting. To participate in professional development activities, in-house training, laboratory meetings, and competency reviews to maintain technical knowledge and contribute to continuous service improvement. Person Specifications & Qualifications GCSEs in English, Maths, and one science (Grade C or above). Level 3 science qualification or equivalent experience. Laboratory work experience. Knowledge of Cellular Pathology systems. Experience in cut-up, lab monitoring, throw-out, and Digital Pathology. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details NHS Professionals Limited Location Wycombe General Hospital, Queen Alexandra Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2TT
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the Cellular Pathology/Histology team at Wycombe Hospital in Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. You will support Biomedical Scientists in delivering an efficient, effective, and comprehensive Cellular Pathology service and be involved in all aspects of laboratory work. You will complete required training and competency documentation to demonstrate laboratory competence and take part in the laboratory rota, including cut-up support, monitoring the main laboratory, throw-out duties, and Digital Pathology activities. Main duties of the job As a Medical Laboratory Assistant, you will manage specimen processing in the Cellular Pathology department. You will receive fresh and formalin-fixed specimens, ensure their safe handling, including High Risk specimens, and refer them to Microbiology when required. You will use the Cellular Pathology and CRS computer systems to enter data, order tests, print reports, and make enquiries regarding patient details. You will verify the accuracy of information on request forms and specimens, assign Histopathology surgical numbers, and follow the pathology minimum labelling policy to resolve any discrepancies, contacting theatres, wards, consultants, or GPs when necessary. Complex issues will be escalated to senior staff. About us Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want Job Roles & Responsibilities To accurately book surgical specimens into the Winpath System and enter all necessary specimen information using the correct codes, ensuring proper tracking and documentation. To assist with day-to-day laboratory workflow, ensuring that all consumables and equipment are available and organized to support efficient specimen processing. To prepare specimens for cutting and staining, including trimming wax blocks, setting up work areas with slides, water baths, and ice trays, and ensuring readiness of microtomes for routine and large block sectioning. To manage laboratory stock, including monitoring solvent and reagent levels, preparing special stain solutions, labelling chemicals correctly, and recording deliveries and lot information for compliance purposes. To support audit and quality assurance activities, including retrieving archived specimens, re-cutting and re-staining blocks, and ensuring accurate case documentation for reporting. To participate in professional development activities, in-house training, laboratory meetings, and competency reviews to maintain technical knowledge and contribute to continuous service improvement. Person Specifications & Qualifications GCSEs in English, Maths, and one science (Grade C or above). Level 3 science qualification or equivalent experience. Laboratory work experience. Knowledge of Cellular Pathology systems. Experience in cut-up, lab monitoring, throw-out, and Digital Pathology. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details NHS Professionals Limited Location Wycombe General Hospital, Queen Alexandra Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 2TT
