Band 6 Anatomical Pathology Technician

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Job Title: Band 6 Anatomical Pathology Technician
Location: Blackburn, UK
Salary: £27.00 per hour
Contract: Ongoing
Hours: Full Time / Part Time

We are seeking a skilled Band 6 Anatomical Pathology Technician to join our team in Blackburn. This ongoing locum role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, giving you flexibility while contributing to vital diagnostic services that directly impact patient care.

Perks and Benefits

• Full Time / Part Time: Choose a schedule that suits your lifestyle while making a meaningful difference.

• Professional Development: Access opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.

• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative environment that encourages continuous learning.

• Variety of Work: Gain experience across different tasks and laboratory settings.

• Networking: Build valuable relationships within the healthcare community.

What You Will Do

• Receive, accession, and prepare tissue specimens for histological examination.

• Process, embed, section, and stain tissue samples using routine and specialist techniques.

• Ensure accurate labelling, handling, and documentation of specimens.

• Maintain high standards of laboratory practice, adhering to quality control protocols.

• Comply with laboratory safety, infection control, and COSHH regulations.

• Participate in internal and external quality assurance and audit programmes.

• Report technical or quality issues promptly to senior staff.

• Collaborate effectively with biomedical scientists, pathologists, and other laboratory staff.

• Provide technical guidance to junior staff or students as needed.

• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to manufacturer instructions.

• Monitor stock levels and request replenishments of reagents and consumables.

• Support the introduction and evaluation of new laboratory techniques or equipment.

• Maintain CPD and demonstrate compliance with Trust and professional standards.

• Contribute to workflow optimisation, service efficiency, and laboratory innovation.

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