Assistant Healthcare Scientist in Cellular Pathology
Job Description
Job title: Assistant Healthcare Scientist in Cellular Pathology
Company: NHS
Job description: We have an exciting opportunity for 2 full-time positions as an Assistant Healthcare Scientist to support the Cellular Pathology service within East Kent. Cellular Pathology is based at the William Harvey Hospital in Ashford, providing a wide range of cellular diagnostics in a team based environment.Pathology provides a full microbiology, clinical biochemistry, immunology, haematology, blood transfusion, laboratory haemophilia, and cellular pathology service to the patients of EKUHFT, general practitioners, community healthcare and private hospitals in east Kent. Cellular pathology and mortuary services are based at William Harvey Hospital (WHH), Ashford, with cellular pathology (histology and cytology) exclusively centralised to WHH, including semen analysis. A satellite laboratory within dermatology at Kent and Canterbury Hospital (K&CH) is in operation once a week to support Mohs facial surgery at that location. Full mortuary facilities are also available at Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (QEQM) in Margate, with additional body storage at K&CH.Specific role requirement is to work in both the histology and cytology sections of the cellular pathology department, at WHH, as required and undertake duties to support Biomedical Scientists in the preparation and examination of biological samples.Main duties of the jobCellular Pathology services have been integrated across East Kent for several years. Laboratory services are based at the WHH, Ashford. We provide histopathology, non-gynaecological cytology and autopsy services to EKHUFT and general practitioners within the region.Cellular pathology is known for its strong team spirit and open friendly culture. There is great emphasis on cross communication between the technical and diagnostic teams.Cellular pathology as a whole, including mortuary staff, incorporates a team of 84 staff. From consultant pathologists, to assistant healthcare scientists. From consultant biomedical scientists reporting alongside the consultants, to admin support and clerical staff. The diversity of staff within the discipline is all incorporated into the management of the quality of service offered, with the aim of putting the patient first.The cellular pathology service is UKAS accredited to ISO15189 standards and the mortuary service appropriately HTA accredited.About usWe are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is ‘great healthcare from great people’. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.Date posted19 September 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£23,615 a year PAContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference number344-3231DCBJob locationsWilliam Harvey HospitalKennington RoadAshfordTN24 0LZJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘supporting documents.If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in ‘supporting documents.If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.Person SpecificationQualifications and trainingEssential
- oGood sound educational background
Desirable
- o4 GCSEs grade 1 passes (or equivalent) including Maths, English, 2 science subjects
Clinical skills and experienceEssential
- oKeyboard proficient. oWord processing skills. oAbility to be adaptable and multi-skilled. oAttention to detail, quality of presentation and accuracy. oExcellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate with individuals at all levels. oTeam Player but can also work on own initiative. oMaintain confidentiality at all times. oPrevious clerical experience
Desirable
- oKnowledge of the NHS/Public Sector would be an advantage oKnowledge of medical terminology oPrevious Laboratory experience
Personal/professional attributesEssential
- oDemonstrates ability to provide and receive routine information, which may sometimes be sensitive or complex. oAble to communicate information written and verbal communication skills. oAble to minimise interpersonal conflict
Person SpecificationQualifications and trainingEssential
- oGood sound educational background
Desirable
- o4 GCSEs grade 1 passes (or equivalent) including Maths, English, 2 science subjects
Clinical skills and experienceEssential
- oKeyboard proficient. oWord processing skills. oAbility to be adaptable and multi-skilled. oAttention to detail, quality of presentation and accuracy. oExcellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate with individuals at all levels. oTeam Player but can also work on own initiative. oMaintain confidentiality at all times. oPrevious clerical experience
Desirable
- oKnowledge of the NHS/Public Sector would be an advantage oKnowledge of medical terminology oPrevious Laboratory experience
Personal/professional attributesEssential
- oDemonstrates ability to provide and receive routine information, which may sometimes be sensitive or complex. oAble to communicate information written and verbal communication skills. oAble to minimise interpersonal conflict
