Advance Dissector

Calling all experienced Biomedical Scientists! Are you yearning for a career progression, filled with dynamic challenges and a variety of opportunities? Your search ends here!

We are on the hunt for a passionate and experienced Biomedical Scientist to join our Cellular Pathology team based at Charing Cross Hospital. We are a hub of innovation, commitment, and excellence and are looking for you to embark on a rewarding journey with us.

What We Need from You?

• Commenced the Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection Pathology, or equivalent dissection experience.
• A solid histology background, embedding, microtomy, frozen sections, special staining, and quality control.
• Desirable experience in problem solving and staff management
  
  

We also welcome applications from qualified, HCPC-registered Band 6 Biomedical Scientists who have completed their IBMS Specialist Portfolio and are eager to progress their career into a Band 7 Advanced Dissection role.

Don’t wait, apply to work with us today!

• Participate in the surgical dissection of diagnostic A-E graded histopathology specimens (range will be dependent on experience, knowledge but also consultants discretion) which will encompass the following:

Evaluate clinical information on histopathology request forms and understand specimen idiosyncrasies.

Accurately macroscopically examine, describe and photograph specimens where necessary.

Dissect and select relevant material for histological processing.

Select appropriate preparatory procedures to aid diagnostic interpretation e.g. decalcification etc.

Provide a provisional diagnostic macroscopic report dictation.

Be able to recall complex specimens with clarity, or have supporting evidence of dissection in way of drawings or pictures.

Benefits include career development, flexible working, staff wellbeing programmes, staff awards and recognition scheme. We also have available benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

NWLP Induction

The NWLP induction will run on the first Monday of each month (provided it does not fall on a bank holiday) and includes laboratory training (for relevant laboratory roles). All new staff must attend the NWLP induction during their first week with NWLP.

For 2026, see below the start dates which you will be able to book once you have completed all your pre-employment checks.

Monday 13 April 2026

Monday 11 May 2026

Monday 1 June 2026

Monday 6 July 2026

Monday 3 August 2026

Monday 7 September 2026

Monday 5 October 202

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Monday 2 November 2026

Monday 7 December 2026

Candidates are advised to consider these start dates before agreeing end of service date with their current employer.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Alpana Vithal Job title: Cellular Pathology Laboratory Manager Email address: alpana.vithal@nhs.net Telephone number: 020 331 11377