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!

Healthcare Scientists - Highly Specialist Cardiac Physiologist

Cardiology

  • This role is based across two hospital sites and involves working with advanced heart testing equipment. 
  • You will carry out a wide range of heart tests, including ultrasound scans, ECGs, and helping with heart procedures. 
  • You’ll work independently and help support patients, doctors, and junior staff. 
  • You’ll take part in team meetings, training, and help improve how tests are done. 
  • You’ll help look after the equipment and make sure everything is working properly. 
  • You’ll follow hospital rules and take part in research and learning activities
     

Salary: £47,810.00 – £54,710 per annum Closing Date: 12/02/2026 Job Ref: 223-HSP-653-B Location: Community Diagnostic Center/ The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital/ The Princess Royal Hospital Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per werk

Healthcare Scientists - Senior Specialist Biomedical Scientist

Biochemistry

  • Help manage a specialist section of the laboratory and support senior staff with daily tasks.
  • Lead and guide a team, making sure work is done safely and correctly.
  • Use expert knowledge to carry out and check complex lab tests, and give advice when needed.
  • Train other staff and help them learn new skills in your area of work.
  • Make sure equipment and testing methods are working well and help choose new ones.
  • Work to improve the service and support other parts of the department when needed. 

Salary: £47,810.00 – £54,710 per annum Closing Date: 16/02/2026 Job Ref: 223-SSB-116 Location: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week

Healthcare Scientists - Clinical Vascular Scientist

Radiology

  • The role involves carrying out and reporting specialist vascular ultrasound scans on patients of all ages.
  • You will use your expert skills to understand scan results and help guide the next steps in a patient’s care.
  • You will support patients and their families by explaining tests and offering reassurance in a calm and professional way.
  • You will work across both hospital sites and be part of a wider team that includes sonographers, doctors and nurses.
  • You will help train others, take part in audits and meetings, and support the development of the vascular ultrasound service.
  • You will also use advanced equipment safely and accurately, while managing a busy workload and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Salary: £47,810.00 – £54,710 per annum Closing Date: 18/02/2026 Job Ref: 223-CVS-953-A Location: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week

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Even if we don't have a live vacancy, we're always keen to hear from Healthcare Scientists. Let us know what you are looking for by filling in the form below and we'll make sure it gets to the right person.