Job overview

The Histopathology Department has recently moved to a brand new, state-of-the-art facility and we are looking to expand our team.  

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Histopathology Department in the role of a Senior Biomedical Support Worker.  

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. The department prides itself on staff development and offers many training and education opportunities for staff of all grades. 

A strong commitment to personal and professional development and the ability to work well as part of a team are all essential for this post.

This post will include the manual handling and collection of patient samples across the CUH Campus, therefore you are required to have a full UK driving licence.

Main duties of the job

• Performs a range of routine healthcare science activities under supervision, whilst supporting junior members of staff including specimen receipt, specimen preparation including assisting pathologists at cut-up, embedding and microtomy, staining, digital scanning of surgical tissue, slide collation, specimen storage and maintenance of equipment
• To support the Histopathology department in the day to day operation of the service which includes stores / inventory management, portering and the working environment.
• Working in manual handling of patient samples, reagents, consumables and deliveries, with appropriate support and measures.
• Maintains clinical and maintenance records in relation to activities carried out.
• Demonstrate own 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.
•  NB: Post holder must hold a full UK Driving Licence as you will be required to operate the department’s Electric Vehicles. 

Working for our organisation

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – 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’s 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.