Job title: Clerical Officer
Company: NHS Scotland
Job description: 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.
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Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Clerical Officer based at The Johnnie Walker Bond, Kilmarnock.
What you will do:
You will work within the Ayrshire Community Blood Service providing a clerical service to the team by processing referrals and appointing patients using a computerised patient administration system.
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:
You will have proficient numerical skills and possess an SVQ Level II qualification in Administration or have proven equivalent experience.
You should have accurate keyboarding skills and have experience of using Microsoft Office and associated packages (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook etc).
Previous experience of working within a general office environment is essential. Experience of working within an NHS environment would be advantageous.
You should have excellent communication skills both verbal and written; have the ability to work proactively on your own initiative with a flexible and positive attitude in conjunction with other team members including internal/external agencies. You will be able to work flexibly in order to meet service demands.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours: 2x positions 37.5 hours and 1x position 26.5 hours.
Job share will be considered. Shift pattern for all posts is Monday-Friday.
Post 1: 26.5 hours per week worked over 4 days, fixed term until 31 July 2024.
Post 2: 37.5 hours per week working over 5 days, fixed term for until 31 July 2024.
Post 3: 37.5 hours per week, fixed term for 6 months.
Please specify in your application which position(s) you would like to apply for.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Angela Holland, Interim Locality Co-ordinator on Tel: 01563 554401 / 07425617957. Email
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Expected salary:
Location: Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire
Job date: Fri, 19 Jan 2024 01:18:22 GMT
