Advanced Practitioner Histology Dissection

at  Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Undertake a wide range of complex scientific procedures which result in the interpretation of biological samples that contribute to the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of diseases and the investigation of other pathological processes. Dissect a full range of specimens from all specialties (Category A-E) as required and competent. Responsibility for day to day management of the Cellular Pathology specimen reception and dissection laboratories in line with all relevant accreditation and regulatory requirements. Work with the senior management team to provide expertise within the service area.
Communicate using a wide range of complex, scientific and medical terminology to clinical colleagues including pathologists, surgeons, radiologists ensuring full comprehension and appropriate action. Play a lead role in the education, training and development of Biomedical Scientists and junior medical staff in the macroscopic description, dissection and sampling of specimens. Independent interpretation of macroscopic biopsies and surgical resections (both benign and malignant) from the relevant specimens within the agreed scope of practice. Provides independent expert opinion to clinical colleagues to enable management of patient care and provides expert opinion to medical colleagues to determine treatment of patients.
The dissection knowledge and skills of this post are equivalent to a qualified Consultant Histopathologist and the Advanced Practitioner will be expected to be working to current Royal College of Pathologists best practice guidance. For a full list of duties, please refer to the attached job description and persons specificatio

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