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.Who we are:NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful.
You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - Position:An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Assistant Technical Officer based at University Hospital Crosshouse.What you will do:The Audiology Service in NHS Ayrshire & Arran is a busy clinical/technical Service caring in particular for the hearing needs of the local population.The Service is looking to recruit a highly motivated, hardworking individuals with an enthusiasm for working in a fast paced and at times demanding, people oriented environment where the role focuses primarily on front line duties that support our adult hearing aid users, This work will be carried out through direct and indirect patient contact providing information, advice and technical support to hearing aid users which will include the repair and replacement of hearing aid systems.For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job descriptionKnowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:You must exhibit both excellent communication skills as well as possessing a welcoming people focused demeanor and personality and have a good understanding of working with people with a sensory impairment.General interest in technology and practical skills in the use of modern technology is a pre-requisite however specific training to support the repair and maintenance of hearing aid systems will be given.In addition to excellent communication skills, previous experience of working in a busy patient/customer oriented role is vital as is a good level of computer literacy.For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specificationHours: 37 per week.A car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.INFO