Healthcare Science Associate

NHS National Services Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

Opportunity: Healthcare Science Associate

Applications are invited for the position in the Cellular Pathology Department at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness. Candidates should have a HND or an equivalent qualification or degree in a science-based subject.

The department provides services to NHS Highland and NHS Western Isles patients. The role involves varied work, including rotating through different sections within Cellular Pathology and attending clinics to collect and prepare samples for fine needle aspiration.

Candidates should possess good interpersonal skills, a professional attitude, and the ability to work as part of a team. Full training will be provided where appropriate.

This is a permanent, full-time position of 37 hours per week, working as per service requirements.

Contact Information

Informal enquiries: Laura Nairne, Chief BMS, (01463 705972, [e-mail])

Recruitment team contact: [e-mail]

Additional Information for Candidates

• Apply via the Jobtrain platform. Do not upload a CV.
• Application deadline: midnight on the closing date.
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About NHS Highland

NHS Highland covers Highland and Argyll & Bute, spanning 12,500 square miles. The organization promotes a positive culture aligned with NHS and Social Care values: Care and Compassion, Dignity and Respect, Openness, Honesty and Responsibility, and Quality and Teamwork.

Note: From 1 April 2024, NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours without pay change. This may temporarily include up to 30 additional minutes per week until roster changes are implemented.