Medical Scientist Histology

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  Assist in developing, maintaining and implementing laboratory procedures and best-practice standards to support efficient use of resources and high-quality service delivery.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Perform scientific laboratory duties in accordance with INAB, JCI and relevant professional standards, while prioritising workload and coordinating multiple testing activities during busy periods.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Support quality management programmes, including internal and external quality control, audits, non-conformance reporting, complaint investigation and maintenance of quality assurance standards.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Assist with laboratory stock management, equipment monitoring, health and safety procedures, accident prevention and compliance with relevant legislation and hospital policies.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Participate in staff training, professional development, research projects and the introduction of new technologies and practices within the laboratory.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Support the development and use of laboratory information systems, including the collection, interpretation and presentation of departmental activity, staffing and expenditure data.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Maintain professional communication and teamwork, participate in performance review processes, and demonstrate flexibility in undertaking other duties as required to ensure an effective and efficient laboratory service.
  
  
  

  
  

Requirements

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  Possess or be eligible for membership of the Academy of Clinical Science and Laboratory Medicine (ACSLM), CORU or an equivalent professional body.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Have a minimum of 1 year of in-service training across relevant laboratory disciplines, along with appropriate post-qualification experience.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Demonstrate essential experience in Histology, with previous Cut-Up experience considered an advantage.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Possess strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, with a professional, dedicated and adaptable approach to laboratory work.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Demonstrate knowledge of modern laboratory practices, quality control requirements, accreditation standards, relevant legislation and the delivery of a quality laboratory service.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Have a good understanding of laboratory information systems, IT applications, health and safety requirements, and the relationship between the laboratory and other hospital departments.
  
  
  

  
  


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  Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and coordinate with laboratory management and other hospital departments to support the delivery of an efficient laboratory service.
  
  
  

  
  

Benefits