(GH) Clinical Assistant in Edinburgh inEdinburgh PUBLISHED SAT 8 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job description
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
This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/ record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.
Post details
A dedicated, enthusiastic and well-motivated person is required to join our imaging team in the very busy CT and MRI departments at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
The postholder will help us provide the best service we can to our patients and referrers by assisting radiographers and radiologists with patient flow to and through our department, MRI safety procedures, biopsies and IV cannulation.
Evening, weekend and extended day working in CT and MRI will also be expected as part of the 37 hour week.
Having a SVQ 3 health and social care qualification or equivalent would be beneficial, but not essential.
A face to face interview will be required
Usual contact details Lynne Thomson
Closing date Fri 21st March 2025
Please note this is a Trainee post, therefore Annex 21 applies*
For Trainees Covered By Annex 21 Where The Period Of Training Lasts For Between One And Four Years, Pay Will Be As Follows
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
This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/ record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.
Post details
A dedicated, enthusiastic and well-motivated person is required to join our imaging team in the very busy CT and MRI departments at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
The postholder will help us provide the best service we can to our patients and referrers by assisting radiographers and radiologists with patient flow to and through our department, MRI safety procedures, biopsies and IV cannulation.
Evening, weekend and extended day working in CT and MRI will also be expected as part of the 37 hour week.
Having a SVQ 3 health and social care qualification or equivalent would be beneficial, but not essential.
A face to face interview will be required
Usual contact details Lynne Thomson
Closing date Fri 21st March 2025
Please note this is a Trainee post, therefore Annex 21 applies*
For Trainees Covered By Annex 21 Where The Period Of Training Lasts For Between One And Four Years, Pay Will Be As Follows
- up to 12 months prior to completion of training: 75 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate;
- more than one but less than two years prior to completion of training: 70 per cent of the pay band maximum of the qualified rate of the qualified;
- more than two but less than three years prior to completion of training: 65 per cent of the pay band maximum for the qualified rate.
- more than three years from completion of training: 60 per cent of the pay band maximum of the fully qualified rate.
- For further guidance on Annex 21 – please follow this link: Annex 21 – Arrangements for pay and banding of trainees
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Can you tell us a little about your background and why you’re interested in this position with NHS Scotland?
What do you understand about the role of a Clinical Assistant in a busy imaging department?
Do you have any previous experience working in a healthcare setting? If so, can you describe one of your key responsibilities?
While an SVQ 3 in health and social care is beneficial, can you discuss any equivalent qualifications or relevant training you have completed?
Have you worked with developing health and safety procedures, particularly concerning MRI safety? Could you elaborate on your experience?
1. Can you tell us a little about your background and why you’re interested in this position with NHS Scotland?
2. What do you understand about the role of a Clinical Assistant in a busy imaging department?
3. Do you have any previous experience working in a healthcare setting? If so, can you describe one of your key responsibilities?
4. While an SVQ 3 in health and social care is beneficial, can you discuss any equivalent qualifications or relevant training you have completed?
5. Have you worked with developing health and safety procedures, particularly concerning MRI safety? Could you elaborate on your experience?

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