Higher Level Biomedical Assistant

The laboratory has moved towards an extended working day with shifts in histology on Warwick and Coventry sites between the hours of 7am and 7pm and will include Saturday mornings and Bank Holidays in the future. However, as the service develops this may change and the successful candidate will be employed on a 24/7 contract. Due to the demands of the service, a flexible approach to working hours is expected, although this will be restricted to 37.5 hours per week., 1.Perform accurate embedding of varied tissue samples from small biopsies (excluding core sample biopsies), resection and post mortem specimens in paraffin wax. Using own judgement to make decisions relating to quality control, rectifying any faults where necessary. There is a requirement for the ability to recognise different tissue types to ensure appropriate orientation of samples for subsequent sectioning

2.Perform microtomy of varied tissue samples (excluding core sample biopsies) to a high quality standard producing thin sections from specimen blocks. Use own judgement to make decisions relating to quality control, rectifying any faults where necessary, adhering to the correct specimen protocols whilst preventing the loss of diagnostic material assuring the quality of the service. The ability to recognise when samples need input from a senior member of staff is a requirement.

3.Undertake the accurate filing/retrieval of slides and blocks and scanning of request cards. Responsible for packaging patient materials i.e. reports, slides, blocks and specimens to be sent to other trusts for tests, reviews, MDT's or other requests.

Also included will be the allocation of work to pathologists using a bespoke spreadsheet produced by our department.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

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By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.