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NHS Lothian 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 Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
Candidates are invited to apply for the exciting and innovative post of Simulation Technical Support Assistant in NHS Lothian’s Medical Education Directorate (MED).
The MED’s main focus is to ensure delivery of high quality medical education and training from undergraduate through to postgraduate doctors in Lothian.
The Simulation Team, of which this position is part, works to support the delivery of face to face clinical skills training and rehearsal education for doctors. This includes the regular use of manikins, trainers, and even actors to replicate real events with realistic feeling simulated ones. The successful candidates will have experience working in a technical environment, be IT literate and familiar with Microsoft Office systems. They should be an organised person who possesses a good attention to detail, they should be a clear communicator with a friendly demeanour and a positive ‘can-do’ attitude, especially when working under pressure. In-house and external training will be provided for the right candidates to support the fleet of manikins and training equipment, including AV equipment and software.
Although based in one of the four main NHS Lothian hospitals the post holder will be required to work across all NHS Lothian sites. Therefore a flexible approach to travel and working hours is essential in this post.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit please contact:
Nathan Oliver, Clinical Simulation Programme Manager 07792 491 240