Biomedical Support Worker

3 months ago


Halifax, United Kingdom Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust Full time

To assist in the provision of the cellular pathology and mortuary service for the trusts hospitals and CCGs. To rotate on a regular basis through the different sections of the department. To perform cellular pathology laboratory duties as described in standard operating procedures and health and safety procedures. To train new members of staff, be involved with service development through the laboratory and clinical audit. Continuous professional development will be encouraged. You will occasionally be required to cross sites.
- Liaising with other members of staff within the department on a routine basis to ensure safe and efficient daily operation.
- To take receipt of clinical samples from wards, clinics and GP’s checking the integrity of the sample.
- To unpack the samples with reference to Health and safety procedures and the minimum data set requirements for labelling the sample and request form.
- To undertake with reference to departmental Standard Operating Procedures, the preparation of non-gynaecological specimens.
- To assist pathologists and BMS staff during specimen dissection.
- Understand, perform and document daily quality checks on equipment.
- To undertake BSW duties throughout the cellular pathology and mortuary department as required.
- Block, slide and card filing, scanning and retrieval on site and across site.
- Please refer to the job description for a complete list of duties required for this post.

Calderdale Royal Hospital is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic person to work full time giving assistance to the scientific & technical staff in the cellular pathology department.

The cellular pathology laboratory prepares samples for histology, non-gynae cytology, and andrology. We also have a mortuary facility at Calderdale and Huddersfield.

The work involves specimen reception, computer entry, and general assistance with routine technical duties throughout the department including the mortuary.

The successful applicant will preferably have an understanding of cellular pathology, basic IT knowledge and experience of work in a pathology department.

There will be a requirement to cross site to Huddersfield.

Informal visits are actively encouraged.

For an informal visit or further information, please contact Jemma Morris, and Yen Lee, senior BMS on 01422 224395
- Participate in regular supervision.
- Attend all mandatory training.
- Participate annually identifying, developing and agreeing your own development plan with your Line Manager using the Trust Appraisal.
- Comply with all Trust policies, procedures and protocols.
- Carry out duties with due regard to the Trust’s Equal Opportunity Policy.
- Seek advice and support from Line Manager whenever necessary.
- Maintain professional conduct including appearance at all times.


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