NHS GRAMPIAN VACANCY BULLETIN

To request an Application Pack for any of our vacancies you can:-

 / Recruitment Office, Ashgrove House, Foresterhill Site, Aberdeen, AB25 2ZA  Recruitment Jobline 01224 556692

Please quote appropriate reference number

Preference will be given to those candidates on the displaced register

Any post which is not on the current "shortage occupation" list as issued by the Home Office may not qualify for a Work Permit. Therefore applications from candidates who require a Work Permit to work in the UK may not be considered if there are a sufficient number of suitable candidates who have the entitlement to live and work in the UK

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Admin & Clerical Vacancies

Nurse Bank Co-ordinator / Reference Number: WS7/7245
Nurse Bank Office. Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Part Time 18.75 hours per week

Until 03 May 2008

Grade A&C 2/3 £11787 to £14602 Per Annum Pro Rata AfC payband pending

Do you wish to contribute to the smooth running of the Nurse Bank?

Do you enjoy working in a demanding and rewarding environment?

Are you flexible, committed and enthusiastic?

If the answer is yes, then this could be the career opportunity for you!

The successful candidate will be required to communicate with Senior Nursing staff to ensure appropriate cover arrangements are in place and to maintain a database of Bank Nurse availability.

Applicants should be self-motivated, have excellent communications, interpersonal and organisational skills. Applicants should also be able to prioritise own work load and work on their own initiative.

Strong IT skills, with a sound knowledge of databases and e-mail are essential.

Informal enquiries to Kay Nicol, Nurse Bank Co-ordinator on 01224 559234

Closing Date Wednesday 21 November 2007

Ward Assistant/Receptionist / Reference Number: KW7/7115-1
GI Unit, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Grade A&C 2/3 £11787 to £14602 Per Annum AfC payband pending

We are looking for a confident, friendly, enthusiastic person to join our team within a busy Endoscopy Unit. You should possess good communication and basic IT skills, and be flexible.

Full time, part time or job shared considered.

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Liz Begg, Acting Sister on 01224 552575

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Receptionist/Administrator / Reference Number: TL7/7076-1
Marywell Healthcare Centre. Aberdeen

Part Time 22.5 Hours per week, 12.30am-5pm Monday to Friday.

3 months with the possibility of extension.

Grade A&C 2/3 £11787 to £14602 Per Annum Pro Rata AFC payband pending

Applicants are sought for this exciting and diverse reception/administration role. Experience of working in a reception along with excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to develop relationships with patients and colleagues are essential requirements for this post. Secretarial experience would be desirable but not essential as training can be provided.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by Angela Fearns, Practice Manager on 01224 594108 or Isobel Mackie, Support Manager, on 01224 58728

Closing Date Wednesday 28 November 2007

Receptionist/Administrator / Reference Number: TL7/7077-1
Marywell Healthcare Centre. Aberdeen

Part Time 22.5 hours per week, for an initial period working 8.30am - 1pm, Monday to Friday.

Grade A&C 2/3 £11787 to £14602 Per Annum Pro Rata AFC payband pending

Applicants are sought for this exciting and diverse reception/administration role. Experience of working in a reception along with excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to develop relationships with patients and colleagues are essential requirements for this post. Secretarial experience would be desirable but not essential as training can be provided.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by Angela Fearn on 01224 594108 or Isobel Mackie on 01224 558728

Closing Date Wednesday 28 November 2007

Information Assistant / Reference Number: SD7/7295
Library and Knowledge Services, Dr. Gray's Hospital, Elgin

Part Time 10 hours (flexible bank)

Grade A&C 3 £12580 to £14602 Per Annum Pro Rata AFC Pay Band Pending

The NHS Grampian Library and Knowledge services team require an Information Assistant to work in the library at Dr. Gray's Hospital. This is a key post delivering highly valued service to all NHS Staff in the Moray area in direct support of healthcare delivery. The post holder will be required to ensure the highest quality of services are maintained as part of the wider NHS Grampian team. A team player able to work with minimal supervision, with problem solving skills and a commitment to quality.

For informal enquiries contact Peta Broadfoot on (01343) 567624

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Administrator/Unit Secretary / Reference Number: TL7/7287
Neurovascular Unit, Room 18, Westburn Centre, Aberdeen.

Part Time 18.75 hours per week.

Grade A&C 3 £12580 to £14602 Per Annum Pro Rata Agenda for Change Pay Band pending.

We are looking for a Unit secretary within the Neurovascular Unit. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing administrative/secretarial support to members of the Neurovascular Management Team. You should possess general secretarial/administrative experience with good computer skills. Good communication skills are required alongside the ability to work well as part of a team.

Informal enquiries: May Vobes or Claire Milne, Tel No: 01224 552647/553848.

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Trainee Medical/Relief Secretary / Reference Number: DK7/7251
Old Age Psychiatry Department, Royal Cornhill Hospital, Aberdeen

Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Grade A&C 3 £12580 to £14602 Per Annum AFC payband pending

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join the Old Age Psychiatry admin and clerical team.

The successful candidate will provide a fully comprehensive relief support service to Consultant Psychiatrists and rotational junior medical staff within the Old Age Psychiatry Directorate through a supported process of training and mentorship. The successful candidate should have the ability to work in a busy environment, prioritising and organising your workload to meet set deadlines.

The ideal candidate would be required to have some office/secretarial work experience. Medical secretarial qualification is desirable, as is the European Computer Driving Licence. Candidates should be qualified to Higher Grade Secretarial Studies level or equivalent, RSA3 or equivalent with a minimum of 5 ‘O’ Grades or equivalent including English.

Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel is essential. Good interpersonal and communication skills, confidentiality and a sensitive approach to dealing with patients are also essential for this post.

Informal enquiries to Alison Mundie, PA/Assistant Support Manager on 01224 557906

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Medical Secretary / Reference Number: SS7/6373-5
Gastro-intestinal, Ward 13/14, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Part Time 18.5 hours per week

Grade A&C 3/4 Med Sec £11787 (Trainee) up to £17787 Per Annum Pro Rata AfC payband pending

We are looking for an experienced secretary with accurate keyboard and audio skills. You should have the ability to manage your workload and prioritise tasks. Within this role you will require an outgoing and confident manner as you will liaise with a wide range of professionals both internal and external to the Board.

A good general education including Standard Grade English (or equivalent) is essential. A Medical Secretarial qualification and knowledge of PAS is desirable.

Informal enquiries to Margo Lamont on 01224 552901

Closing Date Wednesday 21 November 2007

Medical Secretary / Reference Number: SS7/6833-3
Diabetic Clinic, Woolmanhill, Aberdeen

Part Time 18 hours per week

Grade A&C 3/4 Med Sec £11787 (Trainee) up to £17787 Per Annum Pro Rata AfC payband pending

Time for a change? Looking for a challenge? Then this exciting job opportunity could be for you.

This post is 18 hours per week. HOURS/DAYS TO BE WORKED WILL BE NEGOTIABLE

A post has arisen within the Diabetic Department for an enthusiastic and experienced Medical Secretary. The post holder will provide secretarial and administrative support to the Department but also be required to work as part of a team alongside 6 other experienced medical secretaries in providing a service to the Department of Diabetology

The ideal candidate should have previous secretarial experience with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.

Informal enquiries to Lynne Taylor on 01224 551138

Closing Date Wednesday 21 November 2007

PA Administrator / Reference Number: CI7/6028-1
North of Scotland Network for Oral Health & Dentistry

Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Temporary for a period of 11 months in the first instance

Grade A&C 4 £14602 to £17714 Per Annum AfC payband pending

An exciting opportunity to apply for the full-time post of Personal Assistant to provide administrative assistance and support to the Regional Manager for Oral Health and Dentistry for the North of Scotland. The post is currently based within NHS Grampian’s offices at Summerfield House.

This is a stand alone appointment and the successful applicant will have responsibility for the efficient and effective management of a Regional base. The successful applicant must be prepared to work independently and with autonomy. The post involves a significant amount of responsibility combined with a high degree of accuracy and competency.

Applications are sought from individuals with excellent administrative skills and who can exhibit initiative to solve a range of complex problems. The post requires a broad understanding and overview of the activities and current work in progress within the specialty field of Oral Health and Dentistry. Candidates must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be able to demonstrate flexibility and ability to work to short deadlines. Confidentiality is integral to all aspects of the work. Previous NHS experience is essential.

Further details are available from:

Helen M. Strachan, Regional Manager - North of Scotland, Oral Health and Dentistry, c/o Room F137, Summerfield House, Aberdeen. Telephone: (01224) (5)58595

Closing Date Wednesday 21 November 2007

Filing Clerk / Reference Number: SS7/7324
Eye Out-Patients Department, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary / New

Part Time 15 hours per week

Temporary for 6 months

Grade Band 1 A&C £12076 to £13174 Per Annum Pro Rata

We are looking to recruit a filing clerk for the Eye-Out patients department in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. We require someone with clerical experience to work in this busy department on a part time basis. This post is varied and covers a range of administrative tasks for which a logical and methodical approach is required.

Candidates should have a good general education including Standard Grade English (at Grade 3 or above). Knowledge of PAS and patients' medical notes would be advantageous although relevant training will be available to the successful candidate.

Informal enquiries to Margo Lamont on 01224 552901

Closing Date Wednesday 21 November 2007

Filing Clerk / Reference Number: SS7/7316
Ward 31, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Part Time 20 hours per week

Grade Band 1 A&C £12076 to £13174 Per Annum Pro Rata

We are looking to recruit a filing clerk for a General Surgery ward in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. We require someone with clerical experience gained in a medical environment to work in this busy department on a part time basis. This post is varied and covers a range of administrative tasks for which a logical and methodical approach is required.

Candidates should have a good general education including Standard Grade English (at Grade 3 or above). Knowledge of PAS and patients' medical notes would be advantageous although relevant training will be available to the successful candidate.

Informal enquiries to Margo Lamont on 01224 552901

Closing Date Wednesday 21 November 2007

Health Records Clerk / Reference Number: SD7/7286
Health Records Department, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Part Time 20 hours per week

Grade Band 1 A&C £12076 to £13174 Per Annum Pro Rata

The Medical Records team have a vacancy for a Health Records Clerk. If you are reliable, punctual, conscientious and diligent then we want to hear from you.

Experience is not essential as training will be given, what is most important is that you have good communication and team working skills.

For informal enquiries contact Margaret Bruce on (01224) 553542

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Filing Clerk / Reference Number: SS7/7290
Surgical Specialities, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Part Time 10 hours per week

Grade Band 1 A&C £12076 to £13174 Per Annum Pro Rata

We are looking to recruit a part time filing clerk for wards 36 and 50 two busy surgical wards.

We require someone with a good general education, including Standard Grade English (or equivalent) for this post.

Previous clerical experience within a medical environment is essential. Good verbal and written communication skills are also essential. This post requires the ability to handle sensitive confidential information with discretion, tact and diplomacy. Knowledge of PAS would be advantageous.

Informal enquiries to Margo Lamont on 01224 552901

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Filing Clerk / Reference Number: SS7/7270
Renal Unit, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Part Time 5 hours per week

Grade Band 1 A&C £12076 to £13174 Per Annum Pro Rata

We are looking to recruit a filing clerk for the Renal Unit in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. We require someone with clerical experience gained in a medical environment to work in this busy department on a part time basis. This post is varied and covers a range of administrative tasks for which a logical and methodical approach is required.

Candidates should have a good general education including Standard Grade English (at Grade 3 or above). Knowledge of PAS and patients' medical notes would be advantageous although relevant training will be available to the successful candidate.

Informal enquiries to Margo Lamont on 01224 552901

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Receptionist / Reference Number: CI7/7250
Ward 45, ENT and Maxillofacial Specialties, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Part Time 30 hours per week

Temporary for a period of 11 months with a view to extension thereafter

Grade Band 2 - A&C £12481 to £15485 Per Annum Pro Rata

Ward 44/45 is a busy Surgical Specialties area undergoing a redesign involving inpatient, short stay surgery and pre-admission assessment for outpatients.

The successful candidate will join a friendly team of 3 receptionists and will be involved with the ongoing development of the Specialty.

Informal enquiries to Sister Christine Rait on (01224) (5)54777

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Admin Assistant/Typist / Reference Number: TL7/7254
Northfield Health and Social Care Team, Northfield, Aberdeen.

Part Time 14 hours per week.

Grade Band 2 - A&C £12481 to £15485 Per Annum Pro Rata

Admin Assistant/Typist required to provide a comprehensive and quality clerical service to the Northfield Health and Social Care Team.

Applicants should have experience within the office environment, good keyboard skills and sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office. The successful applicant will ideally be familiar with stock ordering/control as well as possessing excellent communication skills and having the ability to work as part of a team.

For informal enquires please contact Angela Esson, Team Leader, Tel: 01224 849327 or Jacqui Cumming, Clinical Services Support Manager, Tel: 01224 558485.

Closing Date Wednesday 21 November 2007

Admin Assistant / Reference Number: KW7/7232
Seafield Hospital, Buckie

Part Time 17 hours per week

Fixed term of 11 months

Grade Band 2 - A&C £12481 to £15485 Per Annum Pro Rata Agenda for Change payband pending

We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible new member to join our team at the Out Patient Department/Reception at Seafield Hospital. Applicants should be experienced in Microsoft Office and have previous experience of an office environment. The successful applicant will ideally be familiar with medical terminology as well as possessing excellent communication skills and having the ability to work as part of a team.

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Anita Farquhar on 01542 837039

Closing Date Thursday 15 November 2007

Receptionist/Clerical Officer / Reference Number: TL7/7291
Buildings and Admin, Denburn Health Centre, Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen.

Part Time 20 hours per week. (10.30am - 2.30pm)

Grade Band 2 - A&C £12481 to £15485 Per Annum Pro Rata

We are looking for a friendly and welcoming individual to join the front of house team at Denburn Health Centre. Duties include booking of accommodation, co-ordination of stamps across Aberdeen City health and social care teams and organising of petty cash system. Denburn Health Centre houses a variety of multi-agency/multi-disciplinary staff and one of the main functions of this post is to support those staff and the clients that visit this site.

Informal enquiries to Michelle Laing or Louise Hall, Tel No: 07950623315 or 07876258486.

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Clerical Officer / Reference Number: LD7/7293
Medical Microbiology, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Part Time 18.75 hours per week

Fixed term for 11 months

Grade Band 2 - A&C £12481 to £15485 Per Annum Pro Rata

A&C Band 2 required for Medical Microbiology. 18.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday 5.00 pm to 8.45 pm. Duties include specimen reception and entering patient details into computer system.

For informal enquiries Mr R Nichol on (01224) 552445

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Nurse Bank Co-ordinator / Reference Number: WS7/7285
Nurse Bank Office. Aberdeen Royal infirmary

Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Grade Band 2 - A&C £12481 to £15485 Per Annum

Do you wish to contribute to the smooth running of the Nurse Bank?

Do you enjoy working in a demanding and rewarding environment?

Are you flexible, committed and enthusiastic?

If the answer is YES, then this could be the career opportunity for you!

The successful candidate will be required to communicate with Senior Nursing staff and Bank Staff to ensure appropriate cover arrangements are in place and to maintain a database of Bank Nurse availability.

Applicants should be self motivated, have excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. Applicants should also be able to prioritise own workload and work on their own initiative.

Strong IT skills are also essential with a sound knowledge and use of database desirable.

Informal enquiries to Kay Nicol on 01224 559234

Closing Date Wednesday 14 November 2007

Clerical Officer/Typist / Reference Number: TL7/7296
Administration Department, Bucksburn Health Centre, Bucksburn, Aberdeen.

Part Time 21 hours per week.

Grade Band 2 - A&C £12481 to £15485 Per Annum Pro Rata

We are looking for an organised and efficient individual to support the work of the housing and disabled service. The main duties of this post are to document and process all referrals to this service which covers Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire and organise appointments for clients, maintenance of the filing system and gathering of information to support the professional staff within the service. This post also works very closely with the travel clinic service and as such it would be expected for the postholder to cover this work during times of leave.