NHS board havetwo vacancies

NHS Forth Valley is looking for two new non-executive members to join its board and help represent the views of people from the area.

Vacancies have arisen following the imminent departures of Fiona Gavine and Joanne Chisholm.

Fiona’s term of office is about to come to an end and Joanne leaves shortly to take up a full-time post.

NHS Forth Valley chairman Alex Linston said: “This is a challenging and rewarding role and is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the delivery of health and care services across Forth Valley.

“We are looking for people from all walks of life who are committed to improving services for people across Forth Valley. You don’t need to be a health expert or to have experience of the NHS for these roles as we are keen to find people with a diverse range of experience, knowledge and skills.

“We are also keen to encourage people who may not have thought of being a board member before, to consider applying as it’s a great development opportunity and you will be offered the training and support you need to help you make a strong contribution.”

The post will take up around eight hours a week and last for up to four years in the first instance, with a remuneration of £8,251 a year.

More information on the role can be found at the public appointments website: www. appointed-for-scotland.org or by calling 0300 244 1898 (Freephone). Completed applications must be received on or before Friday October 12.

NHS Forth Valley is responsible for meeting the health needs of around 300,000 people living in Forth Valley, and provides primary, community-based and acute hospital services for people across a geographic area as broad as Killin, Tyndrum, Strathblane and Bo’ness.