Assistant Healthcare Scientist

Integrated Care System; Bath; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Bath is seeking an Assistant Healthcare Scientist to join a friendly team responsible for performing non-invasive cardiac tests. Previous healthcare experience is advantageous, but training will be provided. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to patient care while adhering to standards of practice. The annual salary ranges from £24,937 to £26,598, and applicants should possess GCSE Maths and English or equivalent and an SCST certificate in ECG competency.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive work environment

Wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• SCST certificate in ECG competency.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-invasive cardiac tests as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Assist senior staff when required.
• Adhere to unit standards and policies.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication

Caring for others

Previous experience of Microsoft programmes

Experience with patient management systems

Education

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

SCST certificate in ECG competency

Job description

Go back Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Assistant Healthcare Scientist

The closing date is 13 August 2025

We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and caring individual to join our busy department. You will become part of a friendly multi-disciplinary team who perform invasive and non-invasive cardiac tests .You will be part of the non-invasive team.

We can provide in house training for this position but previous healthcare related experience would be an advantage.

Main duties of the job

The Cardiac Centre at the RUH offers a wide range of non-invasive and invasive procedures within a modern centre. The post holder will be part of a multidisciplinary team contributing and delivering effective,quality care to patients performing diagnostic non invasive tests.The post holder will primarily work independently but may on occasions assist other senior members of staff. They will be responsible to the Head of Ambulatory Services and expected to accept and adhere to standards and policies which are in place in the unit and Trust.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• Good verbal and written communication
• SCST certificate in ECG competency

Knowledge

• Previous experience of microsoft programmes
• Previous experience of patient management systems

Experience

• Experience of caring for others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

£24,937 to £26,598 a yearper annum pro rata