Introduction to Healthcare Science & Pharmacy
Severn Pathology, based at Southmead Hospital, aims to provide a best in class, high quality, innovative, value for money pathology service that serves the needs of the healthcare market in the South-West region. The multi-million pound, four storey building houses NBT’s cellular pathology, neuropathology, genetics and microbiology services and is part of the Science Quarter, which brings together NBT, UK Health Security Agency and the University of Bristol.
We also host dedicated dispensary and clinical pharmacy teams in our award-winning Brunel Building, optimising the use of medication to promote the health, wellness and disease prevention of patients.
Healthcare Science and Pharmacy opportunities

Pharmacy Team

Pharmacy Team
×The Pharmacy Department is committed to providing a high-quality clinical service and improving patient safety through standard and innovative practices that support our working patterns and our Trust’s objectives. Continuing Professional Development and closer integration with clinical teams is actively supported through specialist pharmacists and our ward-based pharmacy teams.
We provide a variety of services, delivered by a range of staff, to ensure medicines are purchased, dispensed and supplied to patients safely and effectively.
Roles within our Pharmacy teams include:
- Specialist Pharmacists.
- Rotational Pharmacists.
- Pharmacy Technicians.
- Dispensary Assistants.
- Pharmacy Porters.
- Pharmacy procurement staff including clerical and stores work.
We can provide a fully supportive pathway for pharmacy staff looking to work in a hospital setting.
Pathology Team

Pathology Team
×The laboratory within our Severn Pathology building accommodates all pathology disciplines including the Blood Sciences, Bristol Genetics Laboratory, a single Bristol Cellular Pathology Service and a combined Microbiology and Health Protection Agency service within one facility. We process samples sent from local GP Practices and hospitals, including Southmead Hospital, University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust.
Our Pathology team work with colleagues to test more than 1 million samples per year in the labs at Southmead Hospital and it is estimated that pathology investigations are involved in 70-80% of all healthcare decisions about diagnosis and treatment.
Healthcare Scientists

Healthcare Scientists
×Our Healthcare Scientists are innovative in their approach and provide specialist support across our five clinical divisions, including:
- Core Clinical Services.
- Neuroscience.
- Musculoskeletal.
- Bristol Centre for Enablement.
- Anaesthesia, Surgery, Critical Care and Renal.
- GI and Urology Physiology.
- Medicine (Cardiac and Respiratory Physiology).
Cardiac Physiologist

Cardiac Physiologist
×The primary emphasis of this role is to independently perform a variety of Cardiac Investigations both non-invasive and invasive with a focus on echocardiography. Our department performs a range of invasive and non-invasive tests.
For newly qualified Cardiac Physiologists, we can offer a tailored personal development programme.
Our Cardiac Physiologists provide highly specialist advice and training to both physiologists and other health care professionals within the multi-disciplinary team.
Other roles in Healthcare Science

Other roles in Healthcare Science
×Additional roles within our Healthcare Science Teams include:
- Anatomical Pathology Technologists.
- Medical Examiners.
- Mortuary Assistants.
- Clinical Scientists.
Current Healthcare Sciences Vacancies
Medical Technical Officer
- Job reference
- 339-RUH3048-B
- Salary
- per annum
- Salary period
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Occasional weekend shifts on rota basis)
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 3
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Healthcare Scientists
- Town
- Bristol
Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Medical Technical Officer to join an existing, highly experienced, multi-disciplinary team.
The successful applicant will be based in the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory at Southmead Hospital in Bristol, which is recognised as a centre of excellence for both R&D and specialist service provision in the area of antimicrobial chemotherapy.
The post-holder will work primarily on supporting more senior staff, assisting in the day to day work of the specialist assay service provided by the Antimicrobial Reference Laboratory.
Both laboratory work and clerical work will be undertaken including sample analysis, result communication by telephone and computer data entry . We will offer full training, encouragement and support.
The successful applicant is likely to have a science background and preferably experience of working in a laboratory.
Apply by 18/06/2023
Medical Technical Officer:more details and how to apply
Medical Photographer
- Job reference
- 339-DAC3187-A
- Salary
- per annum, pro rata for part time roles.
- Salary period
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday: 09:00-17:00 / Tuesday 08:30-17:00 / Wednesday and Thursday: 09:00-17:00 / Friday: 09:00-16:00)
- Grade
- NHS AfC Band 5
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Additional Professional Scientific and Technical
- Town
- Bristol
Description
The successful candidate will work within Medical Photography department.
You will support the department leadership by ensuring the quality and consistency of photographs and videos produced by the department as well as maintaining IMI QAS Level 2, undertaking regular audits and training with the team as required and working with the Head of Department/Seniors Photographers to continually develop and improve the service working with new stakeholders as appropriate.
The Medical Photography department provides an essential service supporting excellent care across the Trust and you will be delivering a high quality comprehensive service including medical photography/video (studio/ward/clinic/theatre) and ophthalmic photography. Excellent communication/interpersonal skills, and a thorough understanding of image management / digital technology is essential.
You will be able to demonstrate an ability to work independently, and with the team, to manage the workload and deliver projects within agreed timelines.
Closing date: May 19th 2023
Interview date June 2nd . If you are shortlisted for interview please bring a portfolio of work.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Apply by 15/06/2023
Medical Photographer:more details and how to apply
Assistant Genetic Technologist - Band 3
- Job reference
- 339-SRD3304
- Salary
- per annum, pro rata for part time roles.
- Salary period
- Full time, Part time - 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday or Tuesday to Saturday with occasional weekend and Bank Holiday working)
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Staff Group
- Additional Professional Scientific and Technical
- Town
- Bristol
Description
The successful candidate will work as part of our Preparation Teams - the first step in the sample journey through Bristol Genetics Laboratory. The role involves unpacking and sorting biological samples, entering patient data onto our laboratory computer system and processing samples manually or using automated equipment. Accurate, meticulous work and good keyboard skills are key to this role.
Apply by 14/06/2023
Assistant Genetic Technologist - Band 3:more details and how to apply
Specialist Pharmacist - BNSSG NHS@Home Service - Band 7
- Job reference
- 339-KLE3231-A
- Salary
- per annum
- Salary period
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Including 1 late shift (7pm finish) every week, 1 weekend day shift every 6 weeks as per departmental rota, bank holidays as per department rota.)
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Additional Professional Scientific and Technical
- Town
- Bristol
Description
Work collaboratively with a range of healthcare professionals including specialist teams, GPs, community and third-party providers and acute Trusts to develop and support a system-wide patient focused approach.
Work with the Band 8A NHS@Home Pharmacist to develop and deliver the clinical pharmacy service, including attending MDT meetings and working with the MDT to develop and follow clinical pathways for patient care. With new pathways and planned service expansion there will be opportunities for development, and we would like the successful candidate to take on a non-medical prescribing (NMP) role within the service with the support of the MDT. Candidates must either be a registered NMP or be willing to undertake training.
You will report to the Band 8A NHS@Home Pharmacist. Along with the Band 6 NHS@Home Pharmacy Technician, you will work collaboratively to develop and embed the pharmacy elements of the service. You will collect and present data to demonstrate compliance with standards, contractual requirements and other metrics in relation to the service.
You will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, an adaptable approach to working and good problem-solving skills. You will need to have a breadth of clinical experience to support the expanding scope of clinical specialties that use the service. The position also requires good time management and prioritisation skills, and an ability to work under your own initiative as well as part of a team.
Practice Educator & Lead Bariatrics Pharmacist - Band 8a
- Job reference
- 339-KLE3306
- Salary
- per annum
- Salary period
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (0.5 wte Bath University & 0.5 wte NBT)
- Grade
- 8a
- Contract
- weekends,late shifts & bank holidays
- Staff Group
- Additional Professional Scientific and Technical
- Town
- Bristol
Description
Design and deliver high quality teaching which is informed by significant professional experience gained via practice, research/study and teaching experience, to undergraduate students on the new MPharm programme - to include lectures, workshops, applied pharmacy practice skills sessions and supervision of dissertations or projects, assessment and marking and pastoral care of students, in line with Department and University policy. Primarily the teaching commitment associated with this role will be in the practice setting.
Carry out a significant role in the design, development and delivery of practice-based learning in the department of pharmacy and pharmacology.
Contribute effectively to University wide developments and innovation in the design and delivery of teaching. This may include participation in professional accreditation activities where necessary. Whilst it is essential that teaching is informed by research/professional expertise there is no research component in this role.
Responsible for the efficient and effective provision, management, and development of the appropriate clinical pharmacy service in accordance with Medicines legislation, the Code of Ethics of the GPhC, RPS hospital pharmacy standards, UKMI standards and Trust policies and procedures.
Provides specialist clinical pharmacy services at a high level to the Weight Management Team & Bariatric Surgical Team. Teaches and supervises less experienced colleagues, pharmacists, technicians, and students.
PRINCIPAL CLINICAL SCIENTIST
- Job reference
- 339-NBR3287
- Salary
- per annum
- Salary period
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Occasional out-of-hours and weekend working necessary in line with service requirements.)
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 8a
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Healthcare Scientists
- Town
- Bristol
Description
Clinical Scientist Band 8A – key member of operational management team responsible for day to day delivery of a rare disease section and other services as appropriate. Successful applicants must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a clinical scientist and have an upper second or first class honours degree and/or higher degree in a relevant scientific subject. Possession of FRCPath Part One is highly desirable (candidates actively working towards Part One are encouraged to apply). Good communication, team working and supervisory skills are also essential.
The post-holder will be responsible for leading a small team of scientists delivering specialist work within the Rare Disease team. Considerable experience of the analysis, interpretation and authorisation of clinical reports using NGS, WGS and molecular single-gene techniques is highly desirable.
The successful candidate will be expected to work 37½ hours per week full-time over 7 days a week, including participation in regular weekend and out of hours working.
Applications from part-time applicants will also be considered.
Apply by 11/06/2023
PRINCIPAL CLINICAL SCIENTIST:more details and how to apply
Physician Associate
- Job reference
- 339-DAC3283
- Salary
- per annum, pro rate for part time roles.
- Salary period
- Full time, Other - 37.5 hours per week (Full Time WTC)
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 8a
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Medical and Dental
- Town
- Bristol
Description
The post holder will be responsible for working within an evolving care home liaison service, as part of a small multidisciplinary team which is likely to include a community geriatrician, GPSIs, a clinical pharmacist and advanced practitioners.
This is a project which has funding from Ageing Well to improve care and advance care planning for care homes across Bristol and South Gloucestershire. We will be focusing on the care homes that admit to Southmead Hospital and those which are likely to benefit most from the community team, offering structured medication reviews (SMRs) and advanced care planning, as well as admission avoidance work.
The appointee will be contractually accountable to North Bristol NHS Trust for the provision of services. The appointee will be managerially responsible to the Geriatric Medicine Clinical Lead. All staff are required to undergo annual appraisal carried out in accordance with Trust policy.
Apply by 11/06/2023
Physician Associate:more details and how to apply
Rotational Pharmacy Technician - Band 4/5
- Job reference
- 339-KLE3198-A
- Salary
- per annum
- Salary period
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Grade
- Band 4/5
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Additional Professional Scientific and Technical
- Town
- Bristol
Description
This post provides operational support to both the dispensary and clinical pharmacy teams by optimising the use of medication to promote the health, wellness and disease prevention of patients. It is line managed by both the dispensary and clinical pharmacy.
In this vital role, you will:
- Participate in a scheduled rotation through all sections of the pharmacy department.
- Undertake dispensing of prescriptions in an accurate and timely manner and use professional knowledge to ensure that such duties are performed in accordance with Good Dispensing Practice.
- Process and check ward requisitions for controlled drugs.
- Maintain competency as a checking technician by performing dispensary duties.
- Support the delivery, development and implementation of all aspects of the clinical pharmacy service.
- Maintain competency as a medicines optimisation technician by performing clinical pharmacy duties.
- Provide supervision, support, mentorship and training to Pharmacy Assistants in both the dispensary and clinical team
- Act as a role model.
Carry out all duties in accordance to Trust policies and with regard to legal and safety requirements.
Apply by 04/06/2023
Rotational Pharmacy Technician - Band 4/5:more details and how to apply
Principal Pharmacist Acute Medicine and Renal Services - Band 8B
- Job reference
- 339-KLE3273
- Salary
- per annum
- Salary period
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Weekends, late shifts and Bank Holidays are included.)
- Grade
- 8B
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Additional Professional Scientific and Technical
- Town
- Bristol
Description
THE ROLE:
- To lead and manage a team of band 8a and band 7 specialist pharmacists and band 7 and band 6 rotational pharmacists for the Specialties of Acute medicines, NHS@home and renal services.
- The Renal unit is the largest in the South West and is a tertiary transplant unit. Acute medicine covers three admissions wards including a new frailty admissions unit and the emergency department.
- Ensure clinical pharmacy continues to develop as a high quality service, including patient safety, governance and patient flow, in line with our STP and hospital medicine optimisation plans.
- Work closely with pharmacy colleagues and the specialties on strategic plans
- Identify savings for the specialties and work with them to ensure that the plans are realised
- Ensure and encourage staff development
YOU: We are looking for candidates with:
- Strong leadership skills
- Management Skills
- Passion to develop a high quality service
- Enthusiasm for Service Development and innovation
- Ability to motivate staff and develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders
Senior Neonatal Pharmacist - Band 8a
- Job reference
- 339-KLE3274
- Salary
- per annum
- Salary period
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (including weekend, bank holiday and late rota duties.)
- Grade
- Band 8a
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Additional Professional Scientific and Technical
- Town
- Bristol
Description
Working within the neonatal team to be responsible for the efficient and effective provision, management and development of the Neonatal pharmacy service at North Bristol NHS Trust
Work closely with the neonatal team to improve patient safety relating to medication which includes reviewing processes, policies and protocols.
Develop and manage the delivery of pharmacy services to ensure efficient use of resources including developing guidelines, protocols and PGDs within the neonatal intensive care unit and pharmacy
Working closely with neonatal pharmacists at St Michaels Hospital (UHBW) and regionally where appropriate to share and collaborate on projects
For those with limited neonatal or paediatric experience the banding will be based on experience/qualifications and will be paid as a band 8a upon completion of pre-set criteria. The Agenda for Change pay band will be discussed at interview and will be determined according to previous experience and proof of qualifications and education. If appointed as a progression post full training and support will be provided to the successful candidate to reach the required band 8a criteria.
Apply by 04/06/2023
Senior Neonatal Pharmacist - Band 8a:more details and how to apply
Phlebotomist/Phlebotomy - Band 2
- Job reference
- 339-KLE3296
- Salary
- per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Part time - 19 hours per week (to be worked over 7 days, 2 weeks of 15 hours, 2 weeks of 23 hours, variable.)
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 2
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Additional Clinical Services
- Town
- Bristol
Description
1 permanent post available
19 hours per week to include 3 shifts per week Monday to Friday (2 Monday to Friday when on weekend rotation), every other weekend and rotational bank holidays.
Hours are as follows:
Saturday and Sunday (and bank holidays) = 07.00 - 11.00
Weekday shift = 07.00 until 12.00 or 12.00 until 17.00 if covering late clinics
The Phlebotomy team requires additional staff members to support the existing team in their multi departmental service delivery, across seven days including public holidays.
Duties will include blood sampling for patients on all acute wards, medical, surgical and high risk infection departments.
Also providing a service to the very busy and demanding blood sampling room, for patients attending clinics of varying specialities.
NICU, fistula and vascular training will also be provided.
Previous phlebotomy experience is preferred but all applicants will be considered.
Successful candidates will receive full up to date training and take a practical assessment to assess skill level.
Shortlisted applicants will be expected to complete and pass an assessment of basic numeracy and literacy prior to interview.
Candidates with previous experience will have to demonstrate their skill in a practical test.
Apply by 04/06/2023
Phlebotomist/Phlebotomy - Band 2:more details and how to apply
Physician Associate - Band 7
- Job reference
- 339-RUH3209
- Salary
- per annum, pro rata for part time roles.
- Salary period
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 7
- Contract
- Staff Group
- Allied Health Professionals
- Town
- Westbury on Trym
Description
The Physician Associate works alongside the medical team. They assess and examine patients, present them, initiate, and interpret investigations, and recommend treatment. They liaise with other professionals and specialties as required and complete necessary documentation relating to their patients. They will be supervised by a designated consultant and will also have individual mentors to overview their career development.
This role participates in the 24-hour SHO/ST1-2 Rota and benefits from 24-hour middle grade support. It includes a weekend frequency of 1 in 3 weekends, some of which will be night shifts. The post provides exposure and experience in acute presentations to the ED with rotations through all areas of the department; it is ideal for any candidate planning a career within Emergency Medicine or any acute specialty. It is also suitable for those wishing to pursue a career within General Practice.
Apply by 04/06/2023
Physician Associate - Band 7:more details and how to apply