Job overview

Senior Biomedical Scientist - Reception and Dissection area of Cellular Pathology

We are looking for an individual with a keen interest in histology dissection and the reception and cut-up areas of the laboratory, as well as being  aware of all areas of Cellular Pathology.

Cellular Pathology in BCUHB are seeking applications from enthusiastic, capable, flexible scientists to join our vibrant and forward looking service.

As a Senior Biomedical Scientist, the post holder will be required to work within the professional standards expected as a registrant of the Health Professions Council (HCPC) and maintain a portfolio of evidence supporting Continuing Professional development (CPD). 

The post holder will be required to conform to agreed standard operational procedures, policies and good laboratory practice and also within their work duties, comply with the standards as required of UKAS and other relevant professional and Legislative Bodies (e.g. H.T.A.)

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be part of a team of senior scientists responsible for the operational delivery of core and specialist Cellular Pathology services in BCUHB.

As a registered Biomedical Scientist, they are responsible for the delivery and continued development of a comprehensive Cellular Pathology service to meet the needs of the BCUHB clinical and patient population and led by the strategic and operation direction set by the CPG and communicated through the Specialist Service manager.

Working with the Specialist Service Manager, the local Senior Scientific Team and the pan BCU senior scientific team; the post holder will input to service design and development and will implement agreed developments and departmental policy through effective management of a team of scientific and support staff.

The post holder will exercise autonomy within professional boundaries and will be involved in managing priorities, designing and implementing developments, managing and delivering training and overseeing quality within the Cellular Pathology department as part of a multi-skilled 
team.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.