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 are 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.
Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Support Administrator (Medical Consultants) based at North West Area Centre. This post is offered on a permanent basis.
Hours
14.59 hours per week worked: Tuesday 9am – 5pm; Wednesday 9am – 4.36pm.
What You Will Do
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Support Administrator (Medical Consultants) within our Mental Health, Alcohol Drugs & Learning Disability Service in East Ayrshire Health & Social Care Partnership based at North West Area Centre, Kilmarnock.
You will provide a confidential and comprehensive medical secretarial support service to the NHS Mental Health Teams within the Mental Health, Alcohol Drugs & Learning Disability Service.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide confidential medical secretarial support to Mental Health Teams.
- Deal with non-routine issues such as problem solving for areas of work or developing alternative procedures.
- Work unsupervised using own initiative and meet challenging timescales by organising and prioritising workload.
- Adapt to change and last minute demands.
Qualifications
You should possess an HND in Business Administration OR equivalent demonstrable experience plus knowledge of specialist functional, medical, legal terms, organisational policies and procedures and experience dealing with non-routine issues.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Packages is required. Experience working in an NHS environment with understanding of NHS networks is desirable.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team.
Knowledge, Training and/or Experience Required for This Post
HND in Business Administration OR equivalent demonstrable experience.
Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship
To work in the United Kingdom, a relevant permission to work in the country must be demonstrated. This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. In addition, NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre‑employment checks. The salary advertised is based on a full‑time contract and must be pro‑rated for part‑time positions.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.
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