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Job reference: 143052
Salary: Band 2 (£23,362 - £25,368)
Job closing date: 04/04/2023
Job Type: Support Services
Location: University Hospital Ayr
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 30
Job posted date: 21/03/2023
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Department: Endoscopy Decontamination

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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.

An exciting opportunity is available for Endoscopy Decontamination Technicians at band 2 level within the decontamination team at UHA.

Applications are invited from motivated and enthusiastic candidates with a desire to learn/develop their skills within a decontamination setting.  A comprehensive in-house mentorship programme is available to support your development within the unit.

Post holder requirements

•    A genuine interest in the decontamination of flexible endoscopes to support service lists within the hospital.
•    Excellent communication skills to liaise confidently and effectively within the team.
•    Ability to be flexible and reliable within the unit.
•    Previous experience within a decontamination/endoscopy/healthcare setting is desirable but not essential.

Hours: 30 per week 

Informal enquiries welcome to SCN Paula Binnie and Decontamination Manager Heather Mathieson on Ext 14724.

Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom.  Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.


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