About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate Practitioner, with good interpersonal skills and a committed team worker to join the Cellular Pathology department, located at the Chelsea site of The Royal Marsden Hospital.
The major focus of the role will be in performing essential technical duties for the department, responsibility for specimen processing, data entry of requests, section cutting, assisting with automated immunohistochemistry and in-situ hybridisation, maintenance tasks and supporting scientists in providing a reliable and accurate diagnostic service. There will also be a rotation into the Cytology Laboratory.
Main duties of the job
Responsibility to inform Laboratory Management /Senior Members of Staff with regards to laboratory procedures, risk assessment, COSHH and local safety rules. Assist with the storage of confidential files Assist in audit activity where directed by the Laboratory Management Comply with Local Health and Safety regulations Demonstrate self-directed development and work practice To demonstrate a positive professional attitude to the work within the laboratory and towards other members of the department To abide by the Pathology Code of Conduct To participate within an annual performance review Ensure yearly compliance with mandatory training courses (manual handling, fire training etc)
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification
To be able to work within specific areas of the department, with appropriate training Receipt and checking of samples in LIMS
Assisting Pathologists in the diagnostic sampling of fresh and formalin fixed tissue
Use of microtomes to produce tissue sections from paraffin wax samples (internal and external samples)
Understanding of specific requirements for tissue sectioning for different tissue types, subsequent diagnostic techniques
Understanding of data entry requirements for additional diagnostic requests
Accurate data input
To assist in ensuring the department is centred on patient care and the patient pathway To be aware of the clinical implications of the service that they provide through training To answer the telephone and deal with messages and enquiries
To work within the capabilities and responsibility of the post, seeking advice and direction where appropriate
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities Essential
Ability to communicate clearly Ability to write clearly Possess basic IT and keyboard accuracy Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations GCSE in Mathematics Observant of detail, ability to make basic judgment decisions Ability to prioritise tasks and organise daily work Ability to perform manually dextrous tasks requiring precision Ability to maintain concentration
Personal Qualities Essential
Ability to undertake a support role Able to follow written instructions Attention to detail Ability to work as part of a team Willingness to respond to direction/team
Desirable
Enthusiasm for job Confidence within parameters of role
Specific Experience Essential
Good basic education to include GCSE/ O levels/ A levels, including one in biological science Willing to undergo relevant training Experience of working within a relevant routine laboratory Able to understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures Ability to follow laboratory H&S practice Understands the need to work to deadlines and is able to do so Understanding that work relates directly to patient care
Desirable
Understanding of need for service quality
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.
Employer details Employer name The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Royal Marsden Hospital - Chelsea
203 Fulham Road
Chelsea
SW3 6JJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)