Location: Liverpool Job Type: Locum Band: 6 Specialism: Histopathology Hours: Full-time (Monday-Friday) Rate: Competitive hourly rate �25-�27 per hour
Hunter AHP have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Locum Biomedical Scientist with specialist experience in Histopathology to join a reputable NHS hospital based in Liverpool . This is an excellent role for someone looking to enhance their skills in a modern, well-equipped laboratory setting while contributing to a high-demand department.
Key Responsibilities:
Embedding, microtomy, staining (including special stains), and sectioning across a range of tissue types
Operate histopathology equipment (e.g., Leica or Thermo microtomes)
Ensure quality control and compliance with UKAS/ISO 15189 standards
Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to laboratory SOPs
Support junior staff and assist with training if required
Essential Requirements:
HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist
Minimum of 1 year UK experience working in a Histopathology lab
Proficiency in microtomy (preferred block count: 30-40/hour)
Familiarity with quality assurance processes and UKAS standards
Desirable:
Previous NHS experience
Experience with digital pathology systems
Key Benefits:
Market-leading pay rates
Flexible contracts in top NHS labs
Fast-track onboarding and compliance support
Opportunity to work alongside leading specialists
Why Apply with Us?
Market-leading pay rates
Speedy onboarding and compliance support
Flexible locations and contracts
Roles across NHS and private sectors
Interested? If you are interested in discussing this further, please don't hesitate to reach out. I would love to provide you with more details and answer any questions you might have.
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