Applications are invited for the position of: Medical Scientist -Histology (Basic Grade)Temporary 12 months A vacancy has arisen within the Laboratory Department for the position of Medical Scientist Histology (Basic Grade). This is a temporary role for 12 months, 35 hours per week. This role will be based in Galway University Hospital in the Division of Anatomic Pathology (Department of Histopathology, Cytopathology & Molecular Pathology). The purpose of the post is to participate in the delivery of a high quality Anatomic Pathology Laboratory service. The Role: Maintain an awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. Perform to the highest professional standards and participate in implementing a service that supports the clinical needs of patients and is consistent with the mission, vision, values and strategic plan of the Health Service Executive. Demonstrate behaviour consistent with the values of the profession of Medical Science. Participate in the implementation of operational processes to standards of best practice in order to optimise use of resources. Liaise with other health care professionals as appropriate. Be responsible for the quality of their work and carry out their duties in accordance with laboratory and hospital policy. Perform analytical testing appropriate to a histopathology laboratory. Perform all activities related to the receipt, analysis and reporting of laboratory specimens. Actively participate in quality management programmes which are patient centred and which measure audit performance and client satisfaction. Perform assigned work to the highest professional standard in accordance ISO 15189, and laboratory Standard operational procedures (SOPS). Ensure that procedures are carried out in compliance with international and national guidelines and actively participate in internal and external quality control and quality assurance. Report all anomalies, near misses, non-conformances, incorrect results immediately to appropriate senior staff. Ensure all policies in relation to record keeping are followed. Observe the strictest confidence when dealing with all aspects of patient or hospital information. In co-operation with the Consultant heads of Department, Laboratory Manager, Chief Medical Scientist, and other designated senior staff, participate in the introduction of new ideas and methods according to HSE policy. Participate and co-operate in evaluating and validating equipment, consumables, and reagents. Participate and co-operate in research and development projects. From time to time, to undertake any reasonable and practicable duties as requested by the Chief Medical Scientist. The Candidate: Relevant Scientific Qualification (BSc in Biomedical or related Science) Must be a member or be eligible for membership of the ACSLM Must be registered with CORU or in the process of applying for state registration Ideally previous experience in Histology Demonstrate up-to-date knowledge of best practice in delivering a Quality Laboratory Service. Relevant Scientific Qualification (BSc in Biomedical or related Science) - essential Must be eligible for membership of the ACSLM Professional approach to work Flexibility in work practice Display patient focused approach Good communication, planning, organisation and team skills Closing date for receipt of applications: Tuesday 2nd June 2026 at 5pm To apply, please refer to Blackrock Health Galway Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer Skills: Professional approach to work Flexibility in work practice Display patient focused approach
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