Part Time - Ward Clerical Officer

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NHS Ayrshire and Arran is 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.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Part Time Clerical Officer based at Ayrshire Maternity Unit
- University Hospital Crosshouse
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Post 1: 18 hours 2 week rotation
Week 1
Monday & Tuesday 9am 5pm (30 min break)
Wednesday 9am 12 noon
Week 2
Wednesday 9am 12 noon
Thursday & Friday 9am 5pm (30 min break)
Post 2: 14.4 hours 2 week rotation
Week 1
Monday 9am 5pm (30 min break)
Tuesday 8am 4.24pm
Week 2
Thursday 9am 5pm (30 min break)
Friday 8am 4.24pm

These posts are offered on a fixed term basis for 12 months.

You will work within a designated ward area providing a clerical and reception service, receiving patient and members of the public as they arrive ies include the maintenance and filing of patient confidential records, recording patient related data, admissions and out-patient appointments using the computerised patient administration system, answering telephones and relaying messages.

To provide a reception and clerical service to ward areas within the Ayrshire Maternity Unit. To maintain accurate and up to date patient case records by sorting and filing of investigation reports and clinical data thereby supporting the continuum of patient care. To act as focal point for enquiries from patients, relatives, carers, members of the public and staff, providing information and relaying messages.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Knowledge acquired through relevant experience, or qualifications through SVQ Level 2 in Administration/Information Technology or equivalent experience. ECDL or equivalent. Good communication and interpersonal skills.

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It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.

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. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.

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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.

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