141195 - Healthcare Science Assistant Practitioner Edinburgh, Scotland
Job description
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
**Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage**
Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and Western General Hospital
Department of Pathology
Assistant Practitioner, Band 4
3 permanent posts available
Applications are invited for the above posts based in Pathology at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. This post is a rotational post through General Cytology and Histology. The successful candidate may be asked to work at the Western General site from time to time.
Successful applicants will contribute in providing comprehensive support to the clinical laboratory service, working effectively as a team member. Candidates should be adaptable, have good interpersonal skills and a professional attitude.
Candidates should also have previous experience of working in an NHS laboratory which is desirable.
Candidates should be educated to SCQF level 8 e.g. HND; or SVQ4; or IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part 2; Personal Development Awards. This is a full time post.
For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, click on the links at the bottom of the screen to the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions please contact Nichola-Jane Wilson on [email protected] or 0131 242 7082
