Podiatry Administrative Assistant
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.
About the role
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our Podiatry team. The post is for 13.63 hours per week on a permanent basis. Applicants should be flexible and preferably able to help cover annual leave and other absence.
Responsibilities
- Deal with email, checking and accurately storing photos from our generic email and Zoom queries from a variety of patients and professionals in a courteous and professional manner.
- Work in a busy office/reception environment, remaining calm under pressure.
Requirements
- Previous experience of working in a busy office/reception environment.
- Relevant experience in an administrative role.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and IT skills.
- Ability to work on your own in a demanding working environment.
- Excellent people skills.
Qualifications
Previous NHS experience is preferred but not essential. Knowledge of the NHS would be advantageous.
Pay
£26,696 - £28,988 pro rata, plus a Distant Islands Allowance of £1,461 pro rata.
Schedule
13.63 hours per week.
Additional Information
For more information on living and working in the Western Isles, visit the following sites:
- LIVING-AND-WORKING-IN-THE-WESTERN-ISLES.pdf (scot.nhs.uk)
- www.visitouterhebrides.co.uk
- www.isle-of-lewis.com
Find NHS Western Isles on Facebook and Twitter @NHSWI.
For further information, please contact Mrs Sarann Macphee, Podiatry Manager, Tel: 01851 708285 or email at sarann.macphee@nhs.scot.
The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). The post is not eligible for relocation expenses.