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Job summary

Main area
Cellular Pathology
Grade
Band 8a
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
100-HS034-1225
Employer
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Glangwili General Hospital
Town
Carmarthen
Salary
£56,514 - £63,623 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
04/01/2026 23:59
Interview date
13/01/2026

Employer heading

Hywel Dda University Health Board logo

Cellular Pathology Operations Manager

Band 8a

Our Hywel Dda values reflect who we are and how we behave. We continuously work together to be the best we can be as we strive to develop and deliver excellent services, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Throughout our recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you would demonstrate these values in the way that you work with us.

If you are registered Health Care professional considering relocating to the Hywel Dda area in West Wales please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment campaigns team directly via [email protected]

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Hywel Dda University Health Board reserve the right to close vacancies after 24 hours if a large number of suitable applications are received. We encourage early applications to ensure consideration for a post.


 

Job overview

The Cellular Pathology technical lead will be responsible for the organisation and quality of the work within the Cellular Pathology Laboratories across Hywel Dda. They will also be responsible for managing the budget within the limits agreed with the Cellular Pathology and Mortuary Services Manager.  

They will communicate with all key stakeholders to provide a responsive service in line with clinical need, support the UHB core values and 
contribute to service review and progression. To take an active role in self and staff training and development within the Cellular Pathology
laboratory, performing personal development and performance reviews. 

Main duties of the job

The Cellular Pathology Operations Manager is responsible for the organisation and quality of work within the Cellular Pathology Laboratories across Hywel Dda. This includes managing departmental budgets within agreed limits, ensuring compliance with risk management, quality management, clinical governance, and national standards (such as UKAS, HCPC, IBMS, and Welsh Government requirements).
 
The role involves providing expert clinical and technical leadership, overseeing staff training in complex techniques, monitoring departmental activity, and supporting business, operational, and workforce planning. The manager also collaborates with colleagues to allocate workloads, oversees maintenance and repairs, ensures incident reporting and investigation, maintains standard operating procedures, and participates in service level agreements and policy development at both local and national levels.
 
 

Working for our organisation

Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.

We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.

We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.

Our services are provided in:

  • Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
  • Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
  • Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
  • 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
  • Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for leading and motivating staff, providing highly specialist advice on technical and clinical matters, and maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. They are expected to manage financial resources, lead procurement processes, and ensure accurate record-keeping and audit trails. The manager must support staff development, ensure compliance with training and regulatory requirements, and facilitate the introduction of new equipment and methodologies. They are also responsible for departmental IT security, data management, and supporting audits, research, and clinical trials. Additionally, the role requires maintaining up-to-date knowledge of health and safety legislation and ensuring departmental compliance with risk management policies.

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences.  In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Interviews will be held on :13/01/2026

Person specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • MSc or Equivalent Qualification or Fellowship of IBMS
  • HCPC Registration
  • Management Qualification or equivalent management experience
  • On-going CPD
  • Specialist medical laboratory knowledge (clinical and technical) across a range of complex work procedures and practices within the discipline
  • In-depth knowledge of complex instrumentation, subject or speciality obtained through relevant training over and above that required for routine work
  • Knowledge of and ability to use: Quality assurance/quality control procedures, Health and Safety procedures, Clinical Governance and Risk Management
  • Knowledge of assessment / evaluation of training
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of NHS Financial/Budgetary Processes
  • IBMS Higher Specialist Certificate

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Prior experience as a senior Biomedical scientist in a Cellular Pathology discipline
  • Training Experience
  • Extensive relevant clinical/Technical experience
  • Supervisory experience
Desirable criteria
  • Management Experience
  • Has undertaken project work or a research project

Other

Essential criteria
  • Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Desirable criteria
  • Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Veteran AwareNo smoking policyCymraegDisability confident employerStep into healthCarer Confident (With Welsh translation)Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - GoldCore principlesStonewall 2023 Bronze

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Craig Baker
Job title
Cellular Pathology & Mortuary Service Manager
Email address
[email protected]
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