Trainee Cytoscreener-Pathology Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
The shift pattern for this position is Monday – Friday 0900-1700, the service also covers Saturday mornings and Public holidays (0800-1200).
NHS GGC are looking for a Trainee Cytoscreener to participate in the screening and analysis of Cervical Smears.
- Complete training to undertake the duties which correspond to those required of a Cytology Screener, under the supervision of HCPC Registered BMS staff
- Participate in the screening and analysis of Liquid Based Cytology (LBC) Cervical Smears.
- Provide the support skills to aid in the delivery of patient material in a suitable form for screening and or diagnostic purposes as an aid to effective diagnosis and treatment.
- Rotate through all sections of the laboratory requiring a range of tasks and practices e.g. specimen reception, data entry, HPV/LBC specimen processing, reagent preparation, archiving.
- Work under supervision and with other staff to deliver the service to the standards set.
Trainee Cytoscreeners will complete a structured training programme to become a qualified Cytoscreener. Once fully trained the post holder will be expected to competently undertake all activities required of a Cytoscreener. This includes the on-going post certification participation in the National Gynaecological Cytopathology EQA Scheme.
An HNC/SVQ 3 in a relevant science subject is required plus suitable relevant experience as a Healthcare Science support worker, with a commitment to study and attain the NHSCSP Diploma in Cervical Cytology or an appropriate Certificate in Cervical Screening recognised by the NHS Cervical Screening Programme (NHSCSP).
Informal contact: Suzanne Ferra, 0141 354 9469, [email protected]
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
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