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Scotland Deanery
Postgraduate Medical Education and Training
Fixed Term for 36 months
Remuneration: Attendance and travel expenses
Approx. 5 days per annum
NHS Education for Scotland (NES) is an education and training body and a special health board within NHS Scotland, with responsibility of developing and delivering education and training for the healthcare workforce in Scotland.
The NES Medical Directorate Scotland Deanery is now looking for members of the public who would be interested in becoming involved in the education of doctors. The main role of Lay Representative is to help ensure that due process is followed. This work will include attendance at quality management visits to hospitals and GP practices, committee meetings, involvement in recruitment events for trainee doctors and the annual review of medical trainee panels. The work will be ongoing throughout the year. The majority of sessions will be organised locally by the Scotland Deanery but participation in activities in other parts of Scotland may be necessary. Training will be provided.
Knowledge of the NHS is not essential; however good team working skills, flexibility, and communication skills are key aspects of these posts.
Attendance will be remunerated at £23 per hour in addition to travel expenses. Initial tenure is for three years, subject to annual review.
Applications are sought from individuals located in the Dundee area.
Informal enquiries to be directed to Vicky Hayter, Quality Improvement Manager on Vicky.Hayter@nes.scot.nhs.uk
Unless otherwise stated the deadline for applications is 23:59 hours on the closing date. CVs will not be accepted.
Closing date: 23rd November 2020
Interview date: 9th December 2020