Job Description

Main area
Division B-Histopathology
Grade
Band 6
Contract
Permanent: On-call required
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (plus on-call)
Job ref
180-B-234361


Employer
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Addenbrookes Hospital-Division B
Town
Cambridge
Salary
\xc2\xa335,392 - \xc2\xa342,618 p.a. pro rata, (*Trainee - To be paid at Band 5)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
10/12/2023 23:59



Job overview We are moving to a brand new laboratory in early 2024 and are looking to expand our workforce significantly before that move. Cambridge University Hospitals Histopathology department is one of the largest in the country with over 130 non-medical staff supporting over 50 Consultant Histopathologists. There is site specific reporting and we support many regional and national programmes. We are looking for people who have a desire for pushing the boundaries of current practice and want to join in a transformational programme of work which will involve adoption of new and innovative technologies and work practices. We have already adopted digital pathology and are looking to capitalise on the opportunities it offers. The department prides itself on staff development and offers many training and education opportunities for staff of all grades. Additional information: (*Trainee Specialist BMS) Candidates who do not hold a Specialist diploma in cellular pathology or equivalent, will be paid at Band 5 until successful completion of the Specialist Diploma in Cellular pathology or achieve competence to be on-call, at which point they will then be paid at a Band 6 rate. Achievement in meeting competence for on-call service still requires candidate to complete the Specialist Diploma in Cellular pathology.
Main duties of the job

• Performs a wide range of routine healthcare science activities, whilst supporting junior members of staff including specimen receipt, specimen preparation including assisting pathologists at cut-up, embedding and microtomy of surgical tissue, slide collation, specimen storage and maintenance of equipment Demonstrate duties to new or less experienced employees. To work flexibly in reflection of service needs this may include an extended working day and/or participation in delivery of a 24 hour, 7 days per week service. The work of the service brings staff into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals. This may include urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions. Participation in specialist areas of the laboratory. Acts as mentor for more junior scientific and support staff.
  Supervises and/or trains less experienced staff in own area of work

NB: Post holder must not work outside their defined field of competence.
Working for our organisation Our Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people \xe2\x80\x93 patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing \xe2\x80\x98outstanding\xe2\x80\x99 care to our patients and rated \xe2\x80\x98Good\xe2\x80\x99 overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH\xe2\x80\x99s values \xe2\x80\x93 Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent \xe2\x80\x93 are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people\xe2\x80\x99s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. This vacancy will close at midnight on 10th December 2023 Interviews are due to be held on 20th December 2023 Benefits to you We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person specification

Qualifications
Essential criteria

• IBMS Accredited Biomedical Science Degree or equivalent HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist IBMS Certificate of Competence
  IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology or equivalent; or working towards achievement of IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology within 2 years plus specialist knowledge acquired through practical training experience.

Desirable criteria

• 
  Leadership qualification

Experience
Essential criteria

• Practical experience of working as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist in Histopathology Experience in cryotomy, embedding, microtomy and specimen category A transfer
  Experience of working unsupervised under one\xe2\x80\x99s own initiative in provision of an out of hours Histopathology service.

Desirable criteria

• Experience in Special Stains, Mohs, Team leading, line management, lone working, specimen category B and C dissection and oncall Experience of working in the NHS
  Experience of training staff histopathological techniques

Knowledge
Essential criteria

• Broad knowledge of Histopathology procedures and techniques Knowledge of Quality Management Systems Knowledge of Pathology IT systems
  Understands the role of diagnostic Histopathology in a clinical setting

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge/performance of Risk Assessments
  Knowledge and performance of audits

Skills
Essential criteria

• Good communication skills Demonstrable interpersonal skills - can work as part of a team or independently Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time High degree of manual dexterity to perform complex laboratory techniques Able to prioritise workload to meet needs of the service Ability to supervise less experienced staff, including supporting the training of staff. Ability to organise and allocate work to less experienced staff to meet the needs of the service. Time management skills
  Organisational skills

Desirable criteria

• Mentoring skills
  Credible and effective leadership qualities

Additional Requirements
Essential criteria

• The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Willingness to undertake training to extend their skill set to deliver role as well as train others
  Actively participate in Continual Professional Development (CPD)

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Refaie Rassool
Job title
Advanced Practitioner
Email address
refaie.rassool@nhs.net
Telephone number
01223 256043