Job summary
- Main area
- Histology
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (The department works an extended day 07.00 - 19.00)
- Job ref
- 287-LCL-123-24
- Employer
- Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Liverpool Clinical Laboratories
- Town
- Liverpool
- Salary
- £46,148 - £52,809 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 01/01/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Expert Practitioner Histopathological Dissection
Band 7
Job overview
Liverpool Clinical Laboratories (LCL) is seeking to appoint a substantive Expert Practitioner Healthcare Scientist (Histological Dissection) within LCL. This is an excellent opportunity to join the largest provider of specialist histological pathology services in Cheshire and Merseyside.
The successful candidate will be a registered Biomedical or Clinical Scientist with a significant background in histopathology dissection and hold an IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice (DEP) in Histological Dissection. We are seeking a strong leader with attention to detail and an innovation mindset.
Candidates who do not hold a DEP (dissection) are encouraged to apply and, if successful, will be supported to complete the portfolio and appointed under Annex 21 terms and conditions
In addition to the dissection role, candidates will be involved in the leadership and management for the dissection and specimen reception services in collaboration with a team of Expert Practitioner team leaders and Advanced Practitioners.
We're looking for people who see opportunities to innovate and lead, and who recognise that behind every sample is a patient. If you're someone who inspires those around you and is a true 'team player', we want to hear from you.
Interested candidates are welcome and encouraged to visit our new state of the art laboratory. Please note that our BMS dissection roles and scope of responsibility are currently under review.
Main duties of the job
Expert Practitioners undertake a wide range of complex scientific procedures which result in the correct interpretation of biological samples. Their decisions contribute to the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of diseases, including cancer, and the investigation of other pathological processes. They dissect the full range of histological specimens from all specialties (Category A-C) and may dissect select specimens from all specialities, as per training and competence (Cat D-E).
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The Expert Practitioner will provide support to the medical staff by participating in the weekly pan-departmental cut-up rota. They will continue to develop their learning and hone their skills throughout their tenure.
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In addition to their dissection role, the successful candidate will take responsibility in the management of the specimen reception or dissection laboratories, ensuring effective processes are in place to provide timely specimen flow and the highest quality service.
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Together with a team of expert and advanced dissectors, the post holder will be responsible for ensuring quality practices are adhered to in line with ISO15189 and ensure training for biomedical scientists and laboratory technicians is prioritised within their team.
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Additionally, the post holder will collaborate with our advanced practitioners and consultant pathologists to assist with the training of medical specialist trainees where appropriate.
Working for our organisation
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.Ìý
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Undertake a wide range of complex scientific procedures which result in the interpretation of biological samples that contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and the investigation of other pathological processes. They will dissect the full range of specimens from all specialties (Category A-C) as required and competent and may dissect select specimens from all specialties as per training and competence (Cat D-E).
Communicate using a wide range of complex scientific and medical terminology to clinical colleagues including pathologists, surgeons and radiologists ensuring full comprehension and appropriate action.
Play a lead role in the education, training and development of Biomedical Scientists and junior medical staff in the macroscopic description, dissection and sampling of specimens.
Play an active role in the service's training and education programme
Plays an active role in coordination and management of collection of tissue for research purposes.
For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description and person specification
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection
- HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist or Clinical Scientist.
- MSc or equivalent in relevant speciality
- Member of the Institute of Biomedical Science
Desirable criteria
- Post-graduate management qualification or equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable dissection experience including benign and malignant resections
- Competency assessments for RCPath specimen types Cat A-C in all specialties demonstrated
- Evidence of training Biomedical Scientists and junior medical staff
- Experience of leadership and management within a Pathology setting
Skills
Essential criteria
- Advanced macroscopic tissue recognition and dissection skills
- Evidence of ability to order appropriate ancillary tests (e.g. fresh tissue collection
- Able to produce high quality macroscopic descriptions for clinicians in all Trusts in a timely fashion meeting departmental KPIs.
- Autonomy in dissection of comprehensive range of surgical specimens (Category A-C)
- Able to manage and prioritise the work of the dissection room
- Assessment of the suitability of set procedures for any given specimen and using judgement to carry out alternatives
- Able to organise own workload and do so under pressure
- Able to obtain appropriate biological control material, use of other specific control measures where appropriate and complete the validation of such material
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Evidence of comprehensive CPD portfolio in X relevant speciality
- Up to date knowledge of Royal College of Pathologists guidelines for specimen dissection.
- Up to date knowledge of Evidence-based national and international patient care pathways
- Understanding of Health and Safety requirements in a laboratory
- Understanding of up to date UKAS/ISO15189 or equivalent standards for medical laboratory accreditation
Other
Essential criteria
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrates a high level of resilience and ability to deal with distressing and stressful circumstances
- Able to maintain concentration for long periods of time in order to produce timely, accurate clinically focussed work
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills at all levels of organisation
- Able to write complex documents with clarity and precision
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Chika Eze
- Job title
- Advanced Practitioner Histological Dissection
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0151 282 6191
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
L9 7AL
- Telephone
- 0151 706 4666
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