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Scottish Ambulance Service
Senior Infection Prevention & Control Practitioner
Base: flexible
The Scottish Ambulance Service is on the frontline of the NHS, despatching immediate medical assistance or clinical advice to over 5 million people across Scotland. Our aim is to offer the highest level of care to our patients as we preserve life and promote recovery, with our skilled workforce bringing care and compassion to those who need it most.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual, to join our friendly Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) Team. The post holder will work closely with the Head of IPC and Lead IPC Practitioner to assist with the management of the IPC service on all matters relating to the prevention and control of infection. The successful applicant will have experience working within an IPC team as a Senior member of staff and obtain/or working towards post graduate qualification in Infection Prevention and Control.
We are looking for someone with excellent communication and organisations skills, someone who can prioritise, assess and decision make, someone who is proactive, innovative and enthusiastic.
For an informal discussion please contact Karen Burnett, Head of Service for Infection Prevention and Control. Mobile number 07385 038848 or email Karen.burnett2@nhs.scot
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.