Specialist Biomedical Scientist – Histopathology

Specialist Biomedical Scientist – Histopathology: (Company Name - Subscribers only)

The Histopathology Department at Dorset Country Hospital is looking to recruit a well-motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our friendly team as a Specialist Biomedical Scientist. The post is permanent and full time reporting to the Head Biomedical Scientist / Histopathology Laboratory Manager.

Applications are invited from enthusiastic, motivated individuals who are committed to the provision of a high-quality service, with a background of working in a diagnostic laboratory and have specialist knowledge of Histopathology processes, ideally having completed the IBMS Specialist Diploma for Cellular Pathology.

The post holder will be involved with the delivery of routine and urgent histology, non-gynaecological cytopathology, andrology and immunohistochemistry samples through the laboratory in collaboration with other laboratory staff and department personnel.

Applications from HCPC registered individuals without an IBMS Specialist Diploma in Cellular Pathology may be considered for an offer of a position subject to progress towards completing the Specialist Portfolio within a suitable timeframe; a Band 5 position may be offered, dependant on circumstances.

Main duties of the job

Once fully trained, the post holder would be expected to lead and be part of the Histopathology team, working as a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist within the laboratory to ensure the satisfactory delivery of the complete range of service offered by the histopathology department, in collaboration with other laboratory staff. You will be working closely with Consultant Histopathologists and laboratory staff whilst communicating regularly with other service users in the hospital.

Dorset County Hospital Foundation (Company Name - Subscribers only) Trust is the leading provider of healthcare in West Dorset, and the Histopathology department is fully UKAS accredited to ISO15189 (2022) and is well-equipped to provide a full diagnostic service to the acute hospital, as well as the community services in the West Dorset area. The department has a LIMS and managed service contract for state of the art equipment across the Southern Counties Pathology (South 6) network.

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

UKVI Sponsorship: This role may be available for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Sponsorship will be determined based on your current situation and on a case-by-case basis.

Details

Date posted

04 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£38,682 to £46,580 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

405-25-HS555HIS

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.(Company Name - Subscribers only).uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Job description

Job responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.(Company Name - Subscribers only).uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• HCPC registration

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• BSc in Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent
• Evidence of specialist training in Histopathology technical areas
• Completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio for Cellular Pathology

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• At least 3 years Post-Registration experience in a Histopathology laboratory
• Evidence of CPD
• Evidence of training in tissue transfer and small dissection
• Evidence of having carried out immunohistochemistry techniques and perform a range of tests appropriate to the post demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail
• Evidence of effective communication with all levels of staff
• Ability to follow and adhere to SOP and local policies

Desirable

• Evidence of working in an (Company Name - Subscribers only) laboratory environment
• Evidence of having carried out Diagnostic Cytology techniques
• Knowledge of COSHH and Risk Assessments required in the laboratory environment

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of the ability to perform skilled tasks in the Histopathology discipline; Embedding, Microtomy and Microscopy QC
• Evidence of the ability to supervise and train staff to maintain high standards
• Evidence of the ability to communicate verbally and in writing with service users and other members of staff and professionals relevant to Laboratory services
• Evidence of ability to plan and prioritise own work.
• Evidence of ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Evidence of an awareness of the need to seek timely support from colleagues, and service support, to minimise analytical downtime or to resolve technical problems

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• HCPC registration

Education, Qualifications & Training

Essential

• BSc in Biomedical Sciences, or equivalent
• Evidence of specialist training in Histopathology technical areas
• Completion of IBMS Specialist Portfolio for Cellular Pathology

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• At least 3 years Post-Registration experience in a Histopathology laboratory
• Evidence of CPD
• Evidence of training in tissue transfer and small dissection
• Evidence of having carried out immunohistochemistry techniques and perform a range of tests appropriate to the post demonstrating accuracy and attention to detail
• Evidence of effective communication with all levels of staff
• Ability to follow and adhere to SOP and local policies

Desirable

• Evidence of working in an (Company Name - Subscribers only) laboratory environment
• Evidence of having carried out Diagnostic Cytology techniques
• Knowledge of COSHH and Risk Assessments required in the laboratory environment

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Evidence of the ability to perform skilled tasks in the Histopathology discipline; Embedding, Microtomy and Microscopy QC
• Evidence of the ability to supervise and train staff to maintain high standards
• Evidence of the ability to communicate verbally and in writing with service users and other members of staff and professionals relevant to Laboratory services
• Evidence of ability to plan and prioritise own work.
• Evidence of ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Evidence of an awareness of the need to seek timely support from colleagues, and service support, to minimise analytical downtime or to resolve technical problems