Healthcare Scientists

Are you passionate about science and making a real impact on patient care? Using a range of science, engineering and technology skills, our Healthcare Scientists work to prevent, diagnose and treat a range of medical conditions.

Here at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, we employ Healthcare Scientists in many teams including life sciences (pathology, haematology, microbiology), physical sciences (medical engineering, decontamination and sterile services, radiotherapy physics) and physiological sciences (audiology, cardiac sciences, respiratory physiology).

By joining SaTH, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills, work with advanced technology and be part of a team that makes a real difference.

See our current vacancies below and join the team today!

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Healthcare Scientists - Associate Practitioner in Respiratory and Sleep Services

Cardio-Respiratory Department (PRH)

The role involves helping to carry out breathing tests and supporting the sleep apnoea service.
You will work as part of a team and follow set standards to make sure tests are done safely and correctly.
You will help with tasks such as booking appointments, preparing equipment and keeping the area clean.
You will talk with patients, explain tests in a simple way and help reassure them during their visit.
You will learn to spot when a patient may need urgent help and pass information to senior staff.
You will also help with basic admin tasks, such as keeping records and managing supplies.

Salary: £28,392.00 – £31,157 per annum Closing Date: 03/08/2026 Job Ref: 223-APR-396-A Location: Shropshire Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5

Healthcare Scientists - Medical Laboratory Technician

Cellular Pathology

The role supports the Cellular Pathology team by helping prepare and process patient samples under supervision.
You will carry out laboratory tasks such as receiving, labelling, cutting and preparing specimens while following strict safety rules.
You will use and maintain laboratory equipment safely after training, keeping work areas clean and well organised.
You will help with administrative duties like entering patient details, filing slides and handling phone enquiries.
You will take part in training and development to learn new skills and support junior staff when needed.
You will work as part of a wider team, communicating clearly and producing accurate work to support patient diagnosis.

Salary: £25,760.00 – £27,476 per annum Closing Date: 06/08/2026 Job Ref: 223- MLT-569 Location: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (to be worked over a 6/7 day rotation this will include weekends and bank holidays)

Healthcare Scientists - Senior Radiotherapy Physicist

Radiotherapy Physics

The role helps make sure cancer patients get safe and accurate radiotherapy treatment.
It involves planning and checking treatment, measuring radiation doses and making sure all equipment works safely.
The job gives expert advice to doctors, radiographers and other staff about radiotherapy and how to keep people safe from radiation.
It also includes testing new machines, helping bring in new treatment methods and taking part in research.
The role supports training for other staff and helps improve how the radiotherapy service is run.

Salary: £57,528.00 – £64,750 per annum Closing Date: 07/08/2026 Job Ref: 223-SRP -532 Location: Shrewsbury Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Four long days, 8am - 6pm)

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