141195 - Healthcare Science Assistant Practitioner

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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 nichola.wilson@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk or 0131 242 7082