Laboratory Scientist Apprentice

Some of your daily duties will include:

Participate in (following suitable training and defined by business needs) areas of the laboratory services including:

Histopathological processes (including sample booking in/receipt, cut up scribe, macro typing, embedding, microtomy, H&E production, quality procedures, filing blocks and slides, digital pathology) Perform direct specimen transfer of A&B category specimens Manage the process for same day processing of biopsies Perform special stains Perform Immunohistochemistry DNA preparation processes including microtomy and cutting rolls Achieve and maintain a high level of knowledge for each process, and cascade that knowledge to technical line reports

Assist in the general duties of all laboratory areas including:

Receipt/testing/preparation of reagents Completion of tasks on laboratory task lists Calibration, monitoring and maintenance of equipment Monitoring and maintenance of stock levels Management of waste and general ‘housekeeping’ duties Maintenance of a clean and tidy working environment Manage the technical and knowledge development of the MLA/LRA team up to full competency and ability to train others Work in collaboration with the senior staff to ensure the flow of work through the laboratory is always optimum, creating rotas when required Frequently review practice to ensure that the process is efficient, raise identified improvements to the Senior Biomedical Scientists

Training:

You will undertake a Level 5 Technician Scientist apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, leading to a BTEC Level 5 HND in Applied Science (Biology pathway).

Most of the learning will take place online one day per week, with some practical elements taking place in Birmingham City Centre throughout the duration of the 3-year apprenticeship.

Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Scientist, RSci, with the Royal Society of Biology.

Training Outcome:

Senior laboratory scientist or biomedical scientist through level 6 university apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Source LDPath provides an end-to-end clinical healthcare service including histopathology and digital pathology; bringing a unique clinical workflow for the delivery of precision therapeutics. We host a significant and growing network of Specialist Consultant Pathologists, all registered with the Royal College of Pathologists and General Medical Council, to ensure the highest quality reporting for patients.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm or 10am to 7pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience