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There is a post available within the Histology department.
Duties in Histology will include preparation of specimens, loading and unloading of processors, and staining machines, and embedding & microtomy of tissue samples.
Other duties will involve reagent preparation, manual staining methods, and also filing and retrieval of archive material. The post holder will also perform Specimen Reception duties, including data entry into the Laboratory Information Management System, and will also perform other general laboratory duties including stock control and housekeeping.
You should be qualified to SCQF level 8 (eg HND in Biomedical Science or equivalent) OR have a minimum of SCQF level 7 (eg HNC in Applied Science, SVQ level 3 in Laboratory Science or equivalent) with a commitment to study and attain a qualification at SCQF level 8 (eg HND in Biomedical Science or equivalent qualification. Experience as Healthcare Science support worker (Higher Level) is also essential.
You will be required to meet the NHS Scotland Healthcare Support worker induction standards & codes of practice.
You must possess excellent communication skills, excellent organisational skills, and possess good numeracy, literacy and keyboard skills. Further essential skills are accuracy and attention to detail. You should also have previous experience of working as part of a team & on own initiative. You should have knowledge of Health & Safety Procedures. Experience & basic knowledge of computers is also essential as well as a willingness to learn new procedures.
The shift pattern is Monday – Friday (Shift TBC within core working hours 0900-1700, the service also covers on rotational basis evening (17:00-19:00) Saturday mornings (08:00-12:00) and Public holidays (08:00-12:00).
Informal Contact
Suzanne Ferra, Pathology Operations Manager on 0141 354 9469
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Pack
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.