About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a highly competent and enthusiastic individual to join our busy and friendly team as a band 5 BMS in Histology at the Royal United Hospital Bath.
The role requires a high level of accuracy and attention to detail across all areas of the Histology laboratory, including tissue transfer, embedding, microtomy, special stains, immunohistochemistry (IHC), in situ hybridisation (ISH), and digital pathology. The post-holder will also contribute to essential housekeeping tasks, equipment management and maintenance, and quality assurance processes. We welcome applications from candidates who not only meet our technical requirements but also demonstrate strong communication skills, effective teamwork, and excellent time-management and organisational abilities. Applicants who have completed the IBMS Registration Portfolio and hold HCPC registration are preferred; however, individuals who are actively working toward these requirements will also be considered
Main duties of the job
A Biomedical Scientist (BMS) who must have successfully completed the HCPC registration portfolio.
The post holder is accountable to the Head of Department through the Healthcare Science Service Manager for the satisfactory performance of his/her duties. The BMS staff are also expected to work as a team with, and support, the MLAs, in the delivery of a flexible service within the department and will:-
Work to defined policies and seek advice as necessary. As a technically qualified member of the department will carry out appropriate technical roles and support the non-technical and management elements of the department. Take specific responsibility for microtomy, specimen dissection, processing, embedding, frozen sections, specialist techniques, immunocytochemistry and microscopy. Ensure compliance with Department Health & Safety regulations & policy.
About us
At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please find attached detailed person specification and job description for further information on the full details of the role.
Person Specification
Knowledge Essential
Current HCPC registration HCPC accredited Biomedical Science degree/Equivalent
Experience Essential
Recent practical experience in all aspects of routine histology Evidence of Continuing Professional development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address RUH Bath
Combe Park
Bath
BA1 3NG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)