Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts - Nottingham

ContractFull time

NUH Life Fertility Service is a small but dedicated multidisciplinary team providing Fertility care to both men and women in the East Midlands region. We have an exciting opportunity for aClinical Scientist in Andrologyto join our laboratory team, providing both diagnostic and therapeutic Andrology services to our patients and donors. We are exceptionally proud of our sperm donor bank which provides high quality donor sperm across the UK, and we run a regional male fertility preservation service covering the East Midlands. The ideal candidate will already have a minimum of 3yrs experience (with at least 1yr working at a senior level) in an Andrology service. You will have strong skills in male fertility preservation and ideally also in sperm donation programmes. However if you do not have experience of sperm donation and are looking for an opportunity to gain skills and experience is this highly regulated and rewarding area of work, we will consider appointing candidates at a B6 level and provide comprehensive training in this area, so please do not be deterred from applying if you meet all other essential criteria. Please note we do not offer IVF at NUH Life, and as suchthis position is not suitable for those wishing to pursue a career in Embryology. Any informal enquiries about the post can be made to the Andrology Lead (karen.pooley4@nhs.net) You will have extensive experience in all aspects of male fertility and be competent in diagnostic semen analysis, sperm preparation for assisted reproduction, storage consenting and sperm cryopreservation for both patients and donors. Scientific and technical knowledge and skills combined with excellent communication skills are essential attributes for this post, alongside demonstrable capability and experience of team leadership. You will act as deputy to the Andrology Lead in a number of areas of work. The post holder will undertake the day to day running of the laboratory service and assist in its ongoing development in line with best practice and regulation including: continuous evaluation; development of procedures, monitoring and publication of outcome data. You will play a key role as the Quality Lead for the laboratory service, working under direction of the Service Lead and Quality Manager. You should demonstrate a good awareness of Quality Management processes and their role in the provision of a high quality laboratory service. With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career! We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH. Day to day management of all aspects of the Andrology Laboratory service Consenting of patients and donors for the storage and use of gametes Management of NUH Life Donor bank, including recruitment and processing of donors, matching of recipients, transfer of samples to other licensed UK centres Deputise for the Andrology Service Lead when necessary Please see attached Job Description for more details This advert closes on Monday 17 Aug 2026

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust - Shrewsbury

PermanentFull time

The PALS team provides an accessible and responsive service by offering on the spot advice, support and resolution for patients, relatives and members of the public who wish to raise concerns about their care. We are seeking to appoint a committed and energetic individual who has the right values and behaviours to join our team. This individual must be enthusiastic, motivated, showing sensitivity and tact and able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Educated to diploma level (or equivalent) you should be able to demonstrate an ability to manage conflict, mediate between parties to resolve problems and work with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. In addition to helping others, you will benefit from this excellent opportunity to develop your skills which will support your career progression. The Trust runs the PALS Service from both The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford. The post will be primarily based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital with cross site working at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, required. • To listen and support patients and service users to raise informal concerns. In so doing, you will need to then liaise with the relevant clinical areas to try and address the concerns raised, in a timely manner. • To advise and guide patients and service users in dealing with problems with their healthcare needs. • In this challenging post, you will join a team that aims to resolve concerns quickly and efficiently and uses the feedback obtained to influence and improve the patient experience. • Dealing with highly sensitive situations on a daily basis, you will work with patients, relatives and staff to ensure that concerns are resolved and improvement is embedded. Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times. We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care. Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding. By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day. Working with the PALS Service will provide an excellent overview of the patient journeys in the health system and an opportunity to belong to a team who put the Trust's values into practice with every patient or relative contact they have. You will be part of a very inclusive team who work strongly together to ensure patients and relatives are supported and listened to. You will be supported to learn new skills and gain knowledge for the PALS and Complaints system. For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. This advert closes on Monday 10 Aug 2026

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Bournemouth

PermanentFull time

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. University Hospitals Dorset is seeking a friendly hardworking, reliable person to support the Catering team to provide great customer service in our busy restaurants and coffee bars. Duties include serving food and drink items, operating a till, refilling of stock and general cleaning duties. Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Interview date will be 21st August 2026 As a member of the catering team, you'll be responsible for providing an efficient, high-quality service to staff, patients and visitors, operating in compliance with corporate and local policies and procedures UHD are investing, developing and transforming Trust services in line with the New Hospital Programme. As part of this, some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or permanently. Recruiting Managers will be happy to answer any service-specific questions at interview. If a role or service relocates as part of a planned move, excess mileage will not be reimbursed. Travel from home to the new work base will be classed as a normal commute. Any other changes will be managed under Trust or national terms and conditions. UHD has active networks including Women’s, DEN, Pride, EU, Pro Ability, and Armed Forces. We support Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant interview schemes. AI tools may be used, but applications must honestly reflect your own skills and experience. Integrity is key to our recruitment process For more information regarding the position being advertised a detailed job description and job specification is available as attachments. This advert closes on Sunday 16 Aug 2026

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Basingstoke

ContractFull time

The post holder will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of Sterile Services and Decontamination Services across Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, including responsibility for services provided at the Andover, Basingstoke and Winchester sites, and liaison with external organisations accessing the service. The post holder will be accountable for ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory, regulatory and professional requirements relating to decontamination and sterilisation services. They will be responsible for the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of accredited quality management systems and working practices in line with current legislation, national guidance, Health Technical Memoranda (HTM 01-01 and HTM 01-06), Medical Device Regulations and recognised quality standards. The post holder will provide expert professional leadership, specialist advice and strategic direction to the Trust on all aspects of decontamination, sterilisation and endoscopy decontamination services. They will lead on the development and implementation of service strategies to ensure safe, effective and sustainable services that support organisational objectives and regulatory compliance. The post holder will lead and manage staff within the decontamination specialities, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, quality and professional development. Responsibilities will include workforce planning, recruitment, appraisal, mandatory training, continuing professional development, performance management and succession planning across all three sites. Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer. The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust. Your Next Career Move Made Easier – Accommodation May Be Offered We understand relocating can be a big step. Hampshire Hospitals may be able to provide accommodation options for successful candidates, depending on availability. If this something you would like to explore please contactSouthern Housingon 02080 360017 For further information about this role please see Job Description document attached. If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us. This advert closes on Monday 10 Aug 2026

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Winchester

PermanentFull time

We are inviting candidates to be part of our Anaesthetic Consultant team at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, working across both our hospital sites at Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Basingstoke and the Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Winchester. We are excited to announce the opening of our state-of-the-art Orthopaedic Centre in Winchester, scheduled for July 2025. This new facility is a testament to our Trust’s ongoing commitment to enhancing healthcare services in the region and working collaboratively with orthopaedic services across Hampshire and Isle of Wight to serve patients across our communities. This is a full time 10 PA Consultant Anaesthetist post, which is based at the Royal Hampshire County Hospital, Winchester (RHCH). If desired some anaesthetic sessions could be delivered cross-site by mutual agreement and depending on service needs. The successful candidate will work within our friendly Anaesthetic Consultant team and provide departmental leadership and supervision of a group of junior and mid-grade doctors at Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Role-specific duties: Provide a safe, effective, responsive, and caring anaesthetic service to a level expected by a Consultant. Agree a job plan with the Clinical Director in Anaesthetics and work flexibly as far as is possible to accommodate the needs of the Department. To ensure that standards are maintained and developed through clinical audit, quality improvement hampshirehospitalscareers.co.uk and evidence-based research. Participate actively in clinical governance, including reporting of incidents, investigation of serious incidents and any complaints. Show a determination to meet or exceed the standards of the National Patients’ Rights Charter. To be familiar with the Royal College of Anaesthetists’ curriculum for Junior Doctor Training and contribute to their training requirements, including tutorials and educational supervision where required. Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer. The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust. Tackling Climate Change: Hampshire Hospitals aims to embed sustainability and net zero carbon principles into the delivery of care across all its services. To find out more, search HHFT Climate Action orcontactclimateaction@hhft.nhs.uk. For further details, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. All candidates applying for this post will be contacted by email once the short-listing process is complete. For further information on this post please contact Dr Samantha Wilson on 01256 313461 or samantha.wilson@hhft.nhs.uk. This advert closes on Sunday 9 Aug 2026

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust - Peterborough

PermanentPart time

A Vacancy at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. Join Our Team as the Antenatal and Postnatal Hospital Maternity Services Ward Manager. Are you a passionate, dedicated, and experienced midwife keen to lead a team that makes a real difference in the lives of women, birthing people and their families across Cambridgeshire, Greater Peterborough and surrounding borders. We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Antenatal and Postnatal Hospital Maternity Services Ward Manager, to join our innovative senior midwifery team and help shape the future of hospital based maternity services. About the Role: As the Antenatal and Postnatal Maternity Services Ward Manager, you will provide visible and compassionate leadership within our maternity inpatient services at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. You will oversee the daily management of the antenatal and postnatal wards, ensuring safe, effective, and person-centred care for women, birthing people, and their families. This role combines expert clinical practice with strong leadership and team development. You will support and guide staff, foster a positive and collaborative culture, and drive continuous improvement in the quality of care we deliver. Your proactive approach and professional expertise will help ensure high standards are maintained, staff feel supported, and the service continues to evolve to meet the needs of our community. Take the lead in shaping the future of hospital maternity care - your next opportunity starts here! The post holder is responsible for the effective line management of staff within the area of responsibility and has clinical responsibility for the safe and effective care delivery within their Ward Area. The post holder will be responsible for safe and effective day to day operational management and clinical leadership of the midwifery services, within the area. Will be expected to lead a team, team build, organise others in their actions and set priorities, objectives and goals within their sphere of responsibility. Will be expected to performance manage both the activity and members of the team. To maintain a high quality, working environment in which staff can maximise their potential and further develop their skills in clinical practice. The maternity unit environment is both unpredictable and challenging. The post holder will be faced with many competing demands for attention and will be expected to exercise excellent judgement in dealing clinical needs. *Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice* We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board. What We Are Looking For: • A qualified midwife with substantial experience in antenatal and postnatal inpatient care. • A confident leader who can manage, motivate, and support a team within a busy maternity environment. • Proven ability to provide expert clinical advice and ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care. • Experience in the day-to-day operational management of a clinical area, including staff supervision, prioritisation, and workload management. • A proactive approach to the development of midwifery practice and continuous service improvement. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with colleagues and families. Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities, particularly in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment. • A commitment to staff development, fostering a positive working culture where individuals can thrive and reach their potential. Why Join Us? Impact:Play a pivotal role in shaping maternity services and improving outcomes for families in our hospitals. Growth:Access to continuous training and professional development, empowering you to reach your full potential. Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional life. Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values your expertise and input. If you are a passionate midwife with a leadership mindset, and you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the hospital services, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of a forward-thinking team that truly values the care of women and birthing people. Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team. This advert closes on Tuesday 1 Sep 2026

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust - Telford

PermanentFull time

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our Phlebotomy Team at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in Shrewsbury, Whitchurch Community Hospital Whitchurch and the new Clinical Diagnostics Centre based at Hollinswood house Telford. Working on Wards, Outpatients and in the Community Diagnosic Centre, Stafford Park. Main base is Telford. We are advertising for 1 x 37.5 hour post working 37.5 hours over 7 days at any of the phlebotomy locations. This is a cross site post when there is an operational need to travel to an alternative site. Monday-Friday 5 days 08:00-12:00 or 13:00 - 17:00 between phlebotomy operating hours. Following a rotational Rota for weekends and bank holidays. Phlebotomy operating hours currently are: 08:00-17:00 Monday-Friday, 08:00-12:00 noon Saturday's, Sunday's and bank holidays. These hours are currently under review and could be subject to change in the future. The successful candidate must have experience as a Supervisor Phlebotomist, should have excellent communication skills, be able to work under pressure with the ability to record data accurately, have an approachable nature and the ability to fulfil the travel requirements. Previous experience working as a supervisor is essential. Shifts will vary according to service needs so flexibility is essential. The successful applicants will be part of a team that provides a phlebotomy service to The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Duties will include - • Collection of blood samples by venepuncture from adults and paeds in Community Diagnostic Centre, wards, and outpatients • Collection of blood samples by venepuncture from children age 12 months to 18 years. • Recording and labelling of samples in accordance to SOP’s. • Collection of relevant statistics and entering into relevant databases. • Delivery of samples to the laboratory by hand, via the hospital vacuum air tube system, by portering staff and transport systems • Understand and apply health and safety, clinical risk management and quality control responsibilities, as these relate to the performance of your duties. • Maintain a clean and tidy working environment. • Midday, morning, or afternoon shifts- including weekends and Bank/Public holidays are allocated on a rota basis across the whole team. • There is occasional expectation to cover periods of absence by other members of the team. • Through appraisal and liaison with the phlebotomy trainers, continually maintain and update skills, maintaining a personal record of achievement. • Organising Rotas for all shift patterns for wards, outpatients and community. • Supervising phlebotomists /booking team/volunteers • Updating statistics At present we have 46 Phlebotomists working across 4 sites. We provide a safe booking appointment system at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford (PRH), The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) Community Diagnostics Centre(CDC) and Whitchurch Community Hospital. We cover inpatients (PRH/RSH only) and outpatients at all 4 sites, providing a service for both GP's and consultants. Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times. We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care. Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding. By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day. For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. This advert closes on Monday 10 Aug 2026

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Basingstoke

PermanentFull time

Join our Digital team and play a key role in helping Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust remain open, transparent and accountable. As our FOI Officer, you will support the Trust’s response to Freedom of Information requests, helping ensure the public, media, staff and partner organisations receive clear, accurate and timely information. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, detail-focused and confident working with information, deadlines and colleagues across a busy NHS environment. You will need strong written communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to handle sensitive or complex information professionally. In return, you will be part of a supportive Information Governance function where your work will make a real difference to public trust, good governance and the quality of information we provide. If you are motivated by accuracy, fairness, public service and continuous improvement, we would be delighted to hear from you. The post holder will support the delivery of an effective Freedom of Information service for the Trust, ensuring requests are progressed efficiently, accurately and in line with statutory requirements. You will coordinate responses, liaise with teams across the organisation, gather and review information, draft correspondence and help maintain clear records and audit trails. You will be expected to manage a varied workload, monitor deadlines, follow up actions and escalate issues where appropriate. The role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and external requesters. We are looking for someone who can work independently and as part of a team, use Microsoft Office and case management systems confidently, and apply discretion when handling confidential or sensitive information. An understanding of information governance, records management or statutory information requests would be helpful, but more important is a commitment to learning, accuracy, openness and delivering a high-quality service. Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer. The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust. Your Next Career Move Made Easier – Accommodation May Be Offered We understand relocating can be a big step. Hampshire Hospitals may be able to provide accommodation options for successful candidates, depending on availability. If this something you would like to explore please contactSouthern Housingon 02080 360017 For further information about this role, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This advert closes on Sunday 6 Sep 2026

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust - Blackpool

ContractFull time

The post holder will work within the Digital Training Team to deliver, support and evaluate IT training aligned to the organisation’s Digital Strategy. The role focuses on enabling staff to effectively use digital systems, information and technology to support healthcare delivery, while promoting Information Governance and data protection requirements. · Deliver IT training to a wide range of clinical and non-clinical staff across multiple sites. · Identify and analyse training needs and contribute to the development of training programmes. · Support staff to improve their use of digital systems, information and technology in practice. · Promote awareness of Information Governance and the protection of personal data. · Contribute to improving healthcare delivery through effective use of digital tools and information. The Digital Training Team are part of the Digital Division. The post holder will be working in the Blackpool locality as part of a wider regional One LSC organisation. One LSC stands for ‘One Lancashire and South Cumbria’ and reflects the ambition to have one team serving Lancashire and South Cumbria in a joined-up way. One LSC brings together the Digital, Data and Technology teams from each of the provider Trusts to create one central community of professionals. The aim is to bring services more closely together so that we can deliver the best service possible to each of our partner organisations. At the core of One LSC delivery is eliminating duplication, removing unwarranted variation, realisation of the benefits of sharing common systems and processes and ensuring we deliver value for money for our partners, our system and, ultimately, for the communities we serve. Plan, organise and schedule training programmes in collaboration with colleagues and departments. Undertake training needs assessments, including evaluating IT literacy prior to system implementation. Deliver training using a range of methods including classroom-based, one-to-one, group sessions and on-the-job support. Develop, prepare, review and update training materials and documentation for clinical systems and Microsoft applications. Assess learner competency, evaluate training effectiveness and identify improvements or follow-up requirements. Maintain accurate training records, contribute to training statistics and provide reports as required. Provide ongoing system support to staff through methods such as floor walking, drop-in sessions and coaching. Prepare training environments, ensuring equipment, systems and materials are available. Liaise with departments to coordinate staff release and attendance at training. Communicate system changes and project impacts on training through presentations and discussions. Participate in inductions and represent the service at internal and external forums. Support knowledge sharing, service improvement, networking and personal development activities. The attached job description has full duties and responsibilities. This advert closes on Thursday 13 Aug 2026

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - WINCHESTER

ContractFull time

As an Associate Practitioner in histology, the post holder is responsible for a variety of tasks that assist in the smooth operation of the section in order to deliver a specialised, diagnostic service, which contributes to the clinical care of the patient. The post holder will carry out procedures in the Pathology Department, which do not require HPC registration. They will handle body fluids and materials, including high-risk specimens from i.e. HIV and Hepatitis B patients. They will perform appropriate scientific investigations for patients in the diagnosis of pathological disease. Using the knowledge and experience gained through training to Foundation or BSc degree level, staff will process work through the Department. The post holder will act under supervision or without supervision, following competence assessment directed by senior staff. You will be responsible to and liaise closely with the senior staff in the department providing a high-quality technical service that builds on the standards defined by UKAS. You will be expected to develop and maintain close working relationships with all grades of staff both scientific and medical to ensure the effective delivery of the technical service. The job will involve exposure to body fluid samples, human tissue samples and harmful chemicals.• To participate in the routine Cellular Pathology rotas. Rotating through all areas of the laboratory as directed by senior staff, including: o Specimen reception o Cut-up assist o Embedding o Microtomy o Haematoxylin &Eosin (H&E) staining o Internal Quality Control (IQC) o Specimen Decalcification o Special Stains o Immunohistochemistry Rotation will take place within the scope of individual practice, determined by training received and competence level assessment by senior members of the team. Our vision is to provide outstanding care for every patient. Patient care is at the heart of what we do at our three sites: Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester and Andover War Memorial Hospital. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides medical and surgical services to a population of approximately 600,000 people across Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire. Our cultural ambition is to have a culture that places people at the heart of all we do, where we all belong, and where learning, improvement and excellence thrive. We provide specialist services to people across the UK and internationally. We are one of only two centres in the UK treating pseudomyxoma peritonei (a rare form of abdominal cancer) and we are leaders in the field of tertiary liver cancer and colorectal cancer. The trust employs more than 9,000 staff and has a turnover of over £500 million a year. As a Foundation Trust, we are directly accountable to our members through the governors. The Council of Governors represent the interests of their constituencies and influence the future plans of the Foundation Trust. Your Next Career Move Made Easier – Accommodation May Be Offered We understand relocating can be a big step. Hampshire Hospitals may be able to provide accommodation options for successful candidates, depending on availability. If this something you would like to explore please contactSouthern Housingon 02080 360017 Technical Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Senior BMS and following departmental written procedures: - • To participate in the routine Cellular Pathology rotas. Rotating through all areas of the laboratory as directed by senior staff, including: o Specimen reception o Cut-up assist o Embedding o Microtomy o Haematoxylin &Eosin (H&E) staining o Internal Quality Control (IQC) o Specimen Decalcification o Special Stains o Immunohistochemistry Rotation will take place within the scope of individual practice, determined by training received and competence level assessment by senior members of the team. • To follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all times. • To participate in the departmental training programmes, gaining competence in all areas of routine Cellular Pathology. • Receive, label and prepare specimens prior to processing. To check the validity of sample labelling and type. Assist in the Specimen Reception section when required to meet the operational needs of the department. • To troubleshoot simple laboratory problems, seeking advice and support from senior staff when appropriate. Such issues would include: • Mislabelled samples • Poor performing assays and equipment • Queries from service users • To adhere to Trust Policy regarding Data Protection, Information Governance and Freedom of Information. • To adhere to Trust and Departmental Health & Safety policy including wearing of Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) when required. • To maintain and promote high standards of Health & Safety within the workplace. • To dispose of specimens and other material in accordance with H&S guidelines, RCPATH recommendations and local Pathology protocols. • To provide the Health & Safety Leads with support in implementing policies and audit procedures. • To support the Quality Lead in audits, EQA, raising and closing non-conformities on Q-Pulse and reviewing documents. • To support the Training Lead with the delivering of the training programme where appropriate. • To report and remedy, within scope of practice, any instance or event which may cause a service delivery failure. • To report any risks, clinical and non-clinical accidents and incidents/potential incidents promptly to senior members of staff and using the DATIX system if appropriate and co-operate with any investigations undertaken. • To support the Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLA) or other Trainee staff, and to assist qualified Associate Practitioners and Biomedical Scientists in their roles. • Package and send away samples for referral when required. • Maintain the adequate storage of samples and their correct disposal at the appropriate time. • Perform routine operative maintenance on laboratory instruments and undertake corrective maintenance and troubleshooting when appropriate. • Undertake manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations, following set protocols and procedures to prepare and quality control stained histology tissue slides. • To progress to performing specimen transfer of RCPath Category A specimens following a period of training and competency assessment. • Prepare reagents required for use in the laboratory and other related areas. Weekly/ Monthly stock control duties of laboratory supplies and reagents · This advert closes on Sunday 9 Aug 2026