Advanced Biomedical Scientist – Histology (Dissection focus)
Huntingdon, HCA Cyted Laboratories
Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Monday to Friday
Permanent
Competitive salary dependent on experience, with excellent benefits
We’re looking for an Advanced Biomedical Scientist to join our Histology team at HCA Cyted Laboratories in Huntingdon. This role is ideal for an experienced Biomedical Scientist who has developed expertise in tissue dissection and is ready to take a recognised advanced role within a modern, digitally led histopathology service. You’ll be trusted for your judgement, technical skill, and professionalism, working closely with Consultant Pathologists and colleagues to deliver consistently high‑quality results.
You’ll be part of a stable and motivated team where quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement are prioritised over constant capacity pressure. With modern facilities, digital workflows, and predictable weekday working, this is an environment that allows you to focus on your practice, contribute meaningfully to service development, and maintain a healthy work–life balance.
At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
What you’ll do:
Undertake routine and complex histological work, with a particular focus on high‑quality tissue dissection
Act as an advanced point of reference for dissection practice, supporting consistency, quality, and best practice within the laboratory
Oversee the management of dissection related equipment and consumables, ensuring continuity of service and maintaining appropriate stock levels within the department.
Contribute to the effective day‑to‑day organisation and strategic operation of the Histopathology Department, supporting the delivery of departmental turnaround time (TAT) targets and ensuring a consistently high standard of service delivery and patient care.
Work closely with Consultant Pathologists and colleagues to support efficient workflows and service improvements
Contribute to maintaining and enhancing ISO 15189 compliance through quality assurance and continuous improvement activity
Support the training, development, and competency assessment of colleagues within the Histopathology team
What you’ll bring:
HCPC registration as a Biomedical Scientist
Experience working in an ISO 15189 accredited Histology laboratory
Demonstrable experience in tissue dissection, with DEP desirable
Membership of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences
Confidence to work autonomously, support colleagues, and contribute positively to service development
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our colleagues, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As an Advanced Biomedical Scientist in Histology you’ll be eligible for:
25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays, increasing with service, with the option to buy or sell leave
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
A comprehensive range of flexible health, protection, and lifestyle benefits
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Culture and values
At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us bring as we know that when you feel seen, heard, and supported you can be at your best for our patients, and each other.
Our mission is simple, above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life, a clear statement that extends to both our patients and colleagues. To achieve this, we live and breathe four core values:
Unique and Individual: We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual
Kindness and compassion: We treat people with kindness and compassion
Honesty, integrity and fairness: We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness
Loyalty, respect and dignity: We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family with loyalty, respect and dignity
Reasonable adjustments
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs and offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and in the workplace.
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