Immunohistochemistry (IHC)-Work within a busy IHC department that produces over 30,000 slides per year-Contribute to the IQA programme, selecting positive control material for a repertoire of 130 antibodies-Assist in Quality assurance for 2 IHC staining platforms (Leica Bond 3 and Roche Ventana), such as inter-comparability of staining quality and verification of antibodies and reagents.Molecular Biology- Undertake real time PCR molecular diagnostic tests using the Idylla automated platform, participating in external quality assurance and report generation. -Excellent communication skills/rapport with pathologist service users to deal with IHC/molecular tissue sparing issues, test section prioritisation, incorrect request and emergency cases. Special Stains-Operate automated special stainer DAKO artisan platform, keeping up with its maintenance, selecting appropriate positive control tissue for IQA and performing EQA tests on slides provided by NEQAS for submission, as well as kit and control material verification tests and troubleshooting.training and supervision- I often train new members of staff in areas that I have been signed off as competent in- On late shifts i am often the most senior member of staff and will manage a small team with the goal of ensuring the most urgent work is prioritised and completed, through team work and leadership skills

Worked under the supervision of Biomedical Scientist staff to undertake Band 5 responsibilities-Dissection of Category A and B specimens-Embedding full repertoire of biopsy/resection types-microtomy for full repertoire of biopsy/resection types-special stains to aid further diagnostic evaluation-operation of automated processors and automated slide stainers- training new members of staff in the areas that I had gained competence in

first introduction to professional work within a clinical laboratory. my responsibilities involved using LIMS software WinPath to enter specimens into the system, assist dissection performed by both senior BMS staff and pathologists, maintenance of tissue storage and the appropriate disposal of, processing cassette on Leica Pelosi processors, embedding tissue into paraffin wax, microtomy of the full range of specimen types and using the automated slide stainer.