Support Secretary

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.

A full time permanent opportunity has arisen within the Ophthalmology Service based at the National Treatment Centre Highland. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team, to provide a high-quality secretarial support service.

The successful candidate will have proven secretarial experience, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work accurately and effectively in a busy environment. A keen eye for detail, a flexible approach to work, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team are essential.

The role involves providing comprehensive secretarial support to Medical Secretaries, Ophthalmology Co-ordinators, Consultants and the wider clinical team within the Ophthalmology Service.

Applicants should have a good knowledge of medical terminology together with a high degree of typing speed and accuracy. Strong communication skills, the ability to prioritise workload effectively and a commitment to delivering a high standard of service are also required.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care within a supportive and professional environment.

For informal enquiries please contact Yvonne Dale – [email removed]

Additional information for candidates

Flexible Working

• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

How to apply

• Apply online through Jobtrain

• Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
• Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
• Do not upload a CV – CVs are not used for shortlisting
• Applications close at midnight on the stated closing date

• Once submitted, applications cannot be changed

Keeping in Touch

• We will contact you by email
• Please check your email (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account regularly

Support and Accessibility

• Help with applying: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
• Jobtrain technical support: https://knowledge.jobtrain.co.uk/jobseeker
• Jobtrain accessibility statement:
  https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/
• If you need adjustments to support you through the recruitment process, please tell us

Internal candidates

• Some posts are internal only
• If you work for NHS Highland, make sure your Jobtrain profile shows this

What is it like to work for NHS Highland?

• Visit https://www.nhshighland.scot.nhs.uk/careers/ to find out more about living and working in our area
• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers

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