Healthcare science associate

Level

Higher

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Health and science

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Working in hospitals, primary care and other healthcare settings, carrying out routine technical and scientific procedures. Supporting healthcare science (HCS) practitioners and clinical scientists.

What you'd do

Perform technical procedures and scientific tests independently

Analyse results and flag abnormal findings appropriately

Maintain equipment and carry out quality control checks

Interact with patients during diagnostic procedures professionally

Contribute to audit and quality improvement activities

Maintain accurate records in laboratory or clinical systems

Support training and induction of new assistants

What you'd learn

Scientific principles underpinning your specialist area

Technical procedures relevant to your healthcare science pathway

Quality management, audit, and laboratory accreditation standards

Patient interaction, consent, and dignity in clinical procedures

Data analysis, result interpretation, and anomaly recognition

Health and safety including COSHH, radiation protection, or biosafety

Contributing to clinical governance and service improvement

Ready to look for a place?

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