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.
Job Opportunity: Clerical Officer
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a clerical officer within the Oban and Lorn Community Nursing service.
Responsibilities include:
1. Providing clerical support for clinical staff, including maintaining and filing confidential patient records.
2. Recording patient-related data, admissions, and discharges.
3. Answering phones, relaying messages, and organizing clinical supplies.
4. Ensuring effective communication to support staff efficiency.
Candidate requirements:
* A helpful and pleasant manner, good communication skills, and proficiency in software systems.
* Previous administrative or clerical experience and knowledge of medical terminology are advantageous.
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 1 pm.
Informal enquiries: Contact Susan McLaughlin at usan.mclaughlin2@nhs.scot or call 01866 822027.
Additional Information for Candidates
* Apply via the Jobtrain application process. Do not upload a CV.
* Application deadline: midnight on the closing date.
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NHS Highland covers Highland and Argyll & Bute, spanning 12,500 square miles. We are committed to fostering a positive culture aligned with our NHS and Social Care values: care and compassion, dignity and respect, openness, honesty and responsibility, and quality and teamwork.
Note: NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours starting 1 April 2024, with no change in pay. Part-time staff will be affected proportionally. Temporary adjustments up to 30 minutes per week may be necessary until service patterns change. For questions, contact the recruiting board.
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