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A vacancy has arisen within the ASDU (Area Sterilisation & Disinfection Unit) at Falkirk for a trainee technician. The core activity of a decontamination unit is the decontamination, disassembly, assembly, packaging and sterilisation of re-usable medical devices & processing of Endoscopes. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team working a 2-shift system 5 /7. ASDU is an extremely busy department and at times can be physically demanding.
You will undertake all tasks appropriate in all aspects of the operation of equipment/machinery and policies/procedures within ASDU & Endoscopy, which is based in Forth Valley Royal Hospital.
Hours of Work: -The department currently operates between 8am and 10pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday. The post holder will have a flexible approach to meet the needs of the service.
Agenda for Change Band 2 progressing to Band 3 once training is complete
Informal Enquiries to Michelle Holburn, ASDU Manager, 01324 673538, michelleholburn@nhs.scot
The duties of this post require the successful candidate to complete a Standard Police Act Disclosure Scotland Check.
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**Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage**
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.