Assistant Practitioner IPC

NHS Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking an Assistant Practitioner to join the Infection Prevention and Control Team. The role involves supporting the surveillance and control of infections, providing education, and collaborating closely with healthcare staff. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and clinical experience, along with strong communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to develop in the specialist field of infection prevention and control.

Qualifications

• Clinical experience in a healthcare setting is required.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills are necessary.
• Must demonstrate commitment as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Support surveillance and control of Healthcare Associated Infection.
• Investigate and control incidents of infection.
• Provide education on infection prevention and control.

Skills

Clinical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

SCQF Level 8 or SVQ Level 3 qualification

Job description

Overview

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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Practitioner post within the Infection Prevention and Control Team with an NHS Tayside remit, including care homes. We require an Assistant Practitioner with experience and interest in infection prevention and control. The post holder will work with the Infection Prevention and Control Nurses to:

• Support the surveillance, prevention and control of Healthcare Associated Infection (HAI) and communicable diseases.
• Support investigation and control of incidents of infection, enhancing the patient\'s care experience.
• Establish a close working relationship with all healthcare staff, patients and members of the public and provide advice and education on all aspects of infection prevention and control.
• Contribute to the performance of the team.
• Contribute to the annual work programme.
• Contribute to the delivery of the organisation’s objectives.
• Be involved in the implementation of infection prevention and control policies, procedures and guidelines throughout NHST.

This is an ideal opportunity to develop in the specialist field of infection prevention and control.

Qualifications and requirements

Applications are invited from candidates who have an SCQF Level 8 or an SVQ Level 3 qualification. Applicants should also have clinical experience with a broad range of clinical skills and currently be working within the healthcare setting. Candidates must have good interpersonal and communication skills and be committed team players.

The ability to travel across the locality is essential.

You will be required to comply with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland throughout your employment.

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