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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.
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Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Personal Assistant/Business Administrator based at University Hospital Crosshouse.
What you will do:
You will be a core member of the Infection Prevention & Control Team (IPCT) assisting in the delivery of the work programme and provide a high level and comprehensive administrative service to both the IPCT and Director. You will facilitate a comprehensive administrative service to the Director and IPCT through diary management, minute taking and produce reports (e.g. policies, guidelines, NHS Board / Clinical Governance Reports), arrange meetings of relevant committees and complete associated administrative tasks to ensure the smooth delivery of each and actions completed as required.
In addition, you will develop, manage, maintain and complete databases which are necessary for the delivery of department work programmes supporting the IPCT (which includes audits, training and education attendance) and support all programmes/projects being managed by the Business Manager ensuring all administrative tasks are delivery timeously and succinctly
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
With an HND in administration, or equivalent administration or secretarial experience, you will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. You will be able to deal effectively with several simultaneous tasks and have the ability, commitment and judgement to ensure that actions are delivered within deadlines. Minimum typing speeds of 50 - 55wpm, minute taking experience as well as a sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages is essential.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
37 hours per week
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Aniruddha Pandit, Business Manager - Infection Prevention and Control on 01563 825084 or aniruddha.pandit@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
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