Clerical Officer ( Receptionist) - Day Surgery Unit

NHS Scotland

  • East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 day ago
The RoleWe are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic team player to take up the post of Receptionist/Clerical Officer in the Day Surgery Unit Department. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate.Working pattern will be Monday/Thursday/Friday 7am - 3pmApplicants should possess:A working knowledge of NHSL systems to include Trakcare, Clinical Portal.The ability to effectively communicate with and provide support to all medical staff within the department and the wider team.Enthusiasm, motivation and a positive outlook.Organisation and prioritisation skillsThe ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team and be responsive to change within challenging timescales.NHS LanarkshireHave you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire!Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.What we'll need you to bring
  • Good basic education.
  • Basic understanding of office procedures.
  • Proficient in use of Software systems.
  • Good organisational and communication skills.
Please note for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.It would be great if you also have
  • Standard Grade/NVQ II or equivalent
  • Relevant office experience with associated keyboard skills
  • Experience of Healthcare environment
  • Some experience of working in a reception area
  • Knowledge of Trakcare Patient Management System
  • Able to work as part of a team.
Contract typePermanentPart Time22 hoursPlease note this is a part time post and the salary for this position will be pro-rata.Location and Working PatternThis role will be based in Day Surgery Unit within University Hospital HairmyresThe working pattern for this role Monday, Thursday, Friday (7am - 3pm)Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.Looking to find out more?If you're looking to find out more, then we would love to hear from you!Please contact Lesley Mulvaney , Operational Admin Manager on lesley.mulvaney@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.ukFor enquiries regarding the application form or recruitment process, please contact Adnan Saddique, Recruitment Administrator on adnan.saddique@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk (Please remember to include the job title and reference number in your email)Why NHS Lanarkshire?Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.Some of NHS Lanarkshire's benefits include:A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of serviceA minimum of 8 days of public holidaysMembership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits (for more information on the NHS Pension Scheme visit the )Paid sick leave increasing with length of serviceOccupational health servicesEmployee counselling servicesWork-life Balance policies and proceduresNHS Lanarkshire have a range of support services on topics that can impact both on your working and personal life including occupational health, spiritual care and independent counselling. This support can be accessed using the links on this page.Further InformationFor more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you're looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our .Additional Information for Applicants
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NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent-regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience* or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.*Care experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children's settings.Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.Right to Work within the UKNHS Lanarkshire has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK.We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. UK Visas & Immigration rules are available at .Prospective applicants are encouraged to check eligibility in advance of applying for vacancies in NHS Lanarkshire.Please note that all Band 1 and Band 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route.

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