Job summary
- Main area
- Cellular Pathology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 372-FSS2770-A
- Employer
- Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Calderdale Royal Hospital
- Town
- Halifax
- Salary
- £24,465 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 19/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Biomedical Support Worker
NHS AfC: Band 2
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
We are committed to recruiting to our values. Leading One Culture of Care underpins our values by creating an environment, tone and behaviours across all parts of the Trust that are fundamentally rooted in compassionate care.
We are open to considering a wide range of flexible working arrangements. There are opportunities to flex the days of the week, hours and times of work and place of work including: part-time, job-share, flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home when appropriate. Please talk to us during the interview process to discuss any flexibility that you may require.
We received our Silver Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome application to work for us. Find out more - Why Choose CHFT?
Our Future Plans
The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded capital funding to invest in local health services at both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a significant investment and an opportunity to enhance services for our populations in Calderdale and Huddersfield and West Yorkshire for generations to come. To find out more, please visit https://future.cht.nhs.uk/
Job overview
To assist in the provision of the cellular pathology and mortuary service for the trusts hospitals and CCGs. To rotate on a regular basis through the different sections of the department. To perform cellular pathology laboratory duties as described in standard operating procedures and health and safety procedures. To train new members of staff, be involved with service development through the laboratory and clinical audit. Continuous professional development will be encouraged. You will occasionally be required to cross sites.
Main duties of the job
- Liaising with other members of staff within the department on a routine basis to ensure safe and efficient daily operation.
- To take receipt of clinical samples from wards, clinics and GP’s checking the integrity of the sample.
- To unpack the samples with reference to Health and safety procedures and the minimum data set requirements for labelling the sample and request form.
- To undertake with reference to departmental Standard Operating Procedures, the preparation of non-gynaecological specimens.
- To assist pathologists and BMS staff during specimen dissection.
- Understand, perform and document daily quality checks on equipment.
- To undertake BSW duties throughout the cellular pathology and mortuary department as required.
- Block, slide and card filing, scanning and retrieval on site and across site.
- Please refer to the job description for a complete list of duties required for this post.
Working for our organisation
Calderdale Royal Hospital is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic person to work full time giving assistance to the scientific & technical staff in the cellular pathology department.
The cellular pathology laboratory prepares samples for histology, non-gynae cytology, and andrology. We also have a mortuary facility at Calderdale and Huddersfield.
The work involves specimen reception, computer entry, and general assistance with routine technical duties throughout the department including the mortuary.
The successful applicant will preferably have an understanding of cellular pathology, basic IT knowledge and experience of work in a pathology department.
There will be a requirement to cross site to Huddersfield.
Informal visits are actively encouraged.
For an informal visit or further information, please contact Mandeep Singh Dhesi on 01422 224395
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Participate in regular supervision.
- Attend all mandatory training.
- Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal.
- Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols.
- Carry out duties with due regard to the Trust’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
- Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary.
- Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- GCSE A* - C in English and Mathematics and at least one Science subject or equivalent
- Level 2 RQF qualification such as Level 2 Diploma in Care, NVQ level 2 in Healthcare Science / Health and Social Care or equivalent
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in an NHS medical laboratory/pathology environment
- Knowledge of cellular pathology processes
Desirable criteria
- Recent experience of working in a cellular pathology department
- Experience of dealing with vulnerable and distressed people
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential criteria
- Able to work independently and as part of a team, supporting colleagues and sharing information
- Flexibility of working hours which may include weekend or evening working to accommodate service needs
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mandeep Singh Dhesi
- Job title
- Senior Biomedical Scientist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01422 224395
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