230921 Assistant Practitioner

Overview

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.

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Vacancy details

• NHS LOTHIAN
• Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh and Western General Hospital
• Department of Molecular Pathology
• Assistant Practitioner, Band 4
• 12-month Fixed Term, Full time post 37 hours per week (base RIE)

Responsibilities

• Applications are invited for the above posts based in Pathology at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. Molecular Pathology has received funding from Scottish Government to support the Colorectal optimal cancer pathway.
• This post is a Fixed Term 12-month post to support molecular pathology laboratory processes. It is therefore an ideal opportunity for those who seek to further develop their skills and experience to aid their career progression.
• Successful applicants will contribute to 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.

Qualifications

• Candidates should also have previous experience of working with complex and highly sensitive equipment. Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity is required for this post. 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.

Additional information

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

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