Job summary
- Main area
- Pathology
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 290-NWLP-301
- Employer
- North West London Pathology
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Charing Cross Hospital
- Town
- London
- Salary
- £54,320 - £60,981 pa inclusive pro rota
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 22/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Biomedical Scientist Non Gynae Cytology
Band 7
North West London Pathology (NWLP) is an NHS pathology partnership joint venture between Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Chelsea & Westminster NHS Foundation Trust and The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. NWLP is modelled as a shared services organisation jointly owned by the three Trusts. The organisation is hosted by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and as the legal entity for NWLP our staff are employed by Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
NWLP is based on a ‘hub and spoke’ structure; the majority of routine, specialist and non-urgent activity is centralised at our hub site at Charing Cross Hospital. Urgent tests required for immediate patient management and treatment are performed in 24/7 Essential Service Laboratories based on-site within the seven hospital sites in the group.
The partnership has created an innovative and sustainable service that delivers outstanding quality to users and patients alike. This innovative approach allows the service to better manage demand, standardise operations, improve value for money and make use of state-of-the-art technology.
Our values are to be patient-focused, collaborative, expert and caring.
Job overview
Calling all experienced Biomedical Scientists! Are you yearning for a career progression, filled with dynamic challenges and a variety of opportunities? Your search ends here!
We are on the hunt for a passionate and experienced Biomedical Scientist to join our Cellular Pathology team based at Charing Cross Hospital. We are a hub of innovation, commitment, and excellence and are looking for you to embark on a rewarding journey with us.
Why Choose Us? You will be handling a diverse workload with a wide array of surgical specimens. This is a pivotal role with a primary focus on the Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) clinic and non-gynaecological cytology screening, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to patient care in a fast-paced, specialised diagnostic environment. You’ll also work collobratively in the histology team, helping with quality checks, digital and troubleshooting. Most importantly you will thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, where we prioritise training and career progression, with dedicated officers to support your journey.
What We Need from You?
• Suitable candidates must be HCPC registered and possess an MSc or higher specialist in an appropriate discipline, or relevant experience
• Significant experience in diagnostic cytology, especially non-gynae.
• Proven competence in sample preparation and microscopic assessment.
Don’t wait, apply to work with us today!
Main duties of the job
- Provide expert cytological analysis with a focus on non-gynaecological samples including EBUS-TBNA.
- Support and perform Rapid On-Site Evaluation (ROSE) during EBUS procedures.
- Ensure accurate, timely reporting and adhere to quality assurance standards.
- Support junior staff and contribute to training and professional development.
- Actively participate in audit, clinical governance, and service improvement initiatives.
- Assisting in the day-to-day operational delivery of the Cellular Pathology service, working closely with the Cellular Pathology Laboratory Managers and Consultant Histopathologists.
- Assist in directing a team of scientific and support staff to deliver a diagnostic service that meets accreditation & regulatory requirements to deliver effective patient care and resource management.
Working for our organisation
Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
NWLP Induction
The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.
For 2025, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.
- Monday 2 June 2025
- Monday 7 July 2025
- Monday 4 August 2025
- Monday 1 September 2025
- Monday 6 October 2025
- Monday 3 November 2025
- Monday 1 December 2025
Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person specification
Education
Essential criteria
- HCPC Registration
- MSc or FIBMS or Extensive post HCPC registration experience in Cellular Pathology
- NHS Cervical Screening Program (NHSCSP) Certificate of competence in cervical cytology
- Working towards Specialist Diploma in Rapid Onsite Evaluation (ROSE)
Skills
Essential criteria
- Practical analytical skills associated with diagnostic laboratory work
- Timely accurate working
- Methodical
- Competence in PC word processing, spreadsheet and database software
Experience
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of all aspects of specialist subject
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Use of Pathology computer systems
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience in a large busy laboratory
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Alpana Vithal
- Job title
- Cellular Pathology Laboratory Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 020 331 11377
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