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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Science
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must have a degree in Medical Laboratory Science, HCPC registration, histopathology experience, strong communication, teamwork, IT skills, and a willingness to improve lab processes.
  • You will work in histopathology, collaborating with teams, training staff, improving lab processes, and supporting digital slide scanning implementation.

Requirements

  • - A degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent qualification
  • - Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist
  • - Previous experience in histopathology laboratory work
  • - Good communication and organisational skills
  • - Ability to work under pressure
  • - Ability to work well in a team
  • - Excellent IT skills
  • - Willingness to improve processes within the lab

Responsibilities

  • The role primarily involves working within the histopathology section of the laboratory, particularly in the microtomy section of the laboratory.
  • The successful candidate will be working alongside Biomedical Scientists and Pathologists; the ability to work well in a team is of paramount importance.
  • The successful candidate will be required to have good communication and organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure.
  • They will be expected to provide training and support for the MLA team and any other member of staff where appropriate.
  • The candidate should be able to demonstrate a willingness to improve processes within the lab and contribute to the continual improvement of the department.
  • Excellent IT skills are a requirement for this post as the candidate will work alongside colleagues to implement digital slide scanning.
  • Full training will be provided.
  • Working hours are 37.5 hours per week, this will be worked over a 6/7 day rotation including weekends and bank holidays.
  • This is an exciting time to join the Cellular Pathology Team; the department is currently validating digital slide scanners which will be maintained by the MLT team.
  • This is part of a wide scale project to digitalise Histopathology across the West Midlands.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of this Medical Laboratory Technician role?

The primary focus is working within the histopathology section of the Cellular Pathology laboratory, particularly in the microtomy section.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 37.5 hours per week, scheduled over a 6/7 day rotation that includes weekends and bank holidays.

Is experience in digital slide scanning required for this role?

No prior experience in digital slide scanning is required, as full training will be provided.

Who will the Medical Laboratory Technician be working closely with?

The Medical Laboratory Technician will work alongside Biomedical Scientists and Pathologists, as well as provide training and support for the MLA team and other staff members.

Is good communication important for this role?

Yes, good communication and organizational skills are essential for this role, especially as the technician will be working in a team-based environment.

Can you provide more information about the departmental projects?

The Cellular Pathology department is currently validating digital slide scanners as part of a large-scale project to digitalise Histopathology across the West Midlands.

Who should I contact for further details or informal visits?

You can contact Deborah Wareing, the Operational Manager, via email at Deborah.wareing2@nhs.net or by phone at 01743 2611181.

Will I have opportunities to improve processes in the lab?

Yes, the candidate is expected to demonstrate a willingness to improve processes within the lab and contribute to the continual improvement of the department.

How many requests and tests does the Cellular Pathology department handle annually?

The department receives around 35,000 histopathology and non-gynaecological requests each year and performs over 120,000 tests.

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of acute hospital services for half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and mid Wales. The Trust runs the Princess Royal Hospital in Telford and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in Shrewsbury.