NHS DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY
255487 Associate Practitioner
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Associate Practitioner
We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual to join our skilled technical team as an Associate Practitioner. This post is within the busy Microbiology Department based in the Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary. The post holder will have the opportunity to join a strong team working within a modern medical laboratory located on the outskirts of Dumfries.
About the Role
The successful applicant will provide a supporting role to the professional clinical laboratory service. Rotation around sections within the microbiology processing and reporting certain sample types.
Requirements
You will require:
- Good keyboard skills
- The ability to work accurately under pressure
- A flexible approach to work
Experience of working in an NHS Microbiology laboratory is essential.
Working Conditions
Weekend working on a rotational basis or shift system will be required. Working patterns will be as required by the needs of the service. You may be required to rotate into other laboratory disciplines at the needs of the service.
Interviews
Interviews will be held in-person only at the Laboratories, Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary, Dumfries.
Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries to - or Zoe.Black@nhs.scot
Tel: 01387 241898 / 241182
Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position therefore we may close the vacancy prior to the closing date once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Please ensure you complete and submit your online application at an early stage to avoid disappointment.
Application Process
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- Posts close at midnight on the indicated date however please be aware that a vacancy may close early due to volume of applications, therefore you should not delay in submitting your application.
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- Staff and patients across Dumfries and Galloway enjoy free, unlimited parking at all our hospital sites.
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Disclosure Scotland
Some of our posts may require you to undergo a Criminal Records Check. Changes as of the 1 April 2025 to the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Membership now sees more roles requiring PVG that may not have needed this check in the past. If you are successful in this role you will be notified which level of check is required by the Recruitment Team. If you would like to read more information please visit:
Equality and Diversity
NHS Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
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Public protection practice encompasses the recognition and management of risk in order to prevent or reduce harm to children, (including unborn babies), young people and adults. All public protection legislation, and NHS Dumfries and Galloway (NHSDG) policies and guidance are founded on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Convention on Human Rights, and the principles of these Conventions underpin all NHSDG core business.
Additional Information for International Candidates
Right to Work in the United Kingdom
NHS Dumfries and Galloway has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by the UK Border Agency. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.
Work Visa
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United Kingdom Registration
NHS Dumfries & Galloway are unable to support OSCE Training for international nurses for vacancies.
Vacancies requiring professional registration require full United Kingdom registration with the appropriate council (e.g., NMC, HCPC, GMC, GDC, etc).
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