Biomedical Scientist
The London Clinic
oxford district, south east england
We have an exciting opportunity for a Biomedical Scientist to join our Histopathology Team within our Pathology Department based at The London Clinic in Central London, W1G 7LJ, with a competitive salary range on offer. The London Clinic has a supportive and warm working culture where your contribution is valued, and you can help us provide the best, personalised healthcare, and deliver our three core values of; Caring, Inspiring and Pioneering. Established in 1932, The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest private hospitals, with state-of-the-art facilities located around Harley Street. We have approx. 1300 employees across 8 sites, where we cover a broad range of specialisms, including complex medical and surgical procedures and a comprehensive range of cancer and outpatient services. Job Profile As a Biomedical Scientist you will carry out technical and scientific work in the laboratory under the direction of the Chief/Senior Biomedical Scientist or Consultant mainly in the Histopathology departments. To ensure that scientific standards are adhered to at all times. Job Type: This is a permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week. Shifts: 37.5 hours/ week including 1 in 4 Saturdays on a rota basis Benefits package: Contributory pension scheme (total annual contribution up to 20%). Private Medical Healthcare. 33 days annual leave (Inclusive of bank holidays). Season ticket travel loan, family friendly benefits, and a wide range of discounts with a variety of retailers/services, plus much more. We also offer excellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education. Key Duties To assist the senior biomedical scientists in carrying out the routine tasks such as: Embedding, microtomy, special staining, immunohistochemistry, specimen handling, biopsy/small tissue transfers, frozen sectioning, internal quality control checking of stained slides and Cytology processes (Gynae and Non-Gynae). To follow policy and procedures at all times. To process internal and external quality assurance. To assist in the evaluation of new equipment and method verification. To assist in the maintenance of stock control. After documented training and competency assessment, to operate and maintain the analytical equipment and perform testing in the section. To participate on a rotational shift pattern in all areas of routine and specialised laboratory bench work (Mohs technique if fully trained). Skills & Experience HCPC post-registration histology laboratory experience Experience of UKAS requirements Excellent laboratory bench skills in routine histology tasks such as: Embedding, microtomy, special staining, immunohistochemistry, specimen handling, biopsy/small tissue transfers, frozen sectioning and internal quality control checking of stained slides. Experience in using a LIMS system and patient data entry. We are an organisation that has charitable status and this helps us to drive forward our mission of reinvesting our income to deliver better patient outcomes. Desired Skills and Experience HCPC post-registration histology laboratory experience Experience of UKAS requirements Excellent laboratory bench skills in routine histology tasks such as: Embedding, microtomy, special staining, immunohistochemistry, specimen handling, biopsy/small tissue transfers, frozen sectioning and internal quality control checking of stained slides. Experience in using a LIMS system and patient data entry.