Medical Secretary

Overview

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.

With effect from 01 April 2026, NHS Scotland is reducing its full-time working week from 37 to 36 hours per week, there will be no change in full-time pay.

Dundee Drug & Alcohol Recovery Service (DDARS) is a multidisciplinary service which provides assessment, support, and treatment for those experiencing alcohol/drug problems. We are looking to recruit one Band 3 Medical Secretary, 37 hours, to join our multidisciplinary team based in Constitution House. The post is in Dundee; however, if necessary, the post holder may be required to work in our other offices across Dundee/Tayside.

Applicants should have excellent IT skills, interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of professionals and service users. The ability to work under pressure and as part of a team is essential. This is an interesting and varied post, and the successful candidate will work closely with the Dundee Drug & Alcohol Recovery Service multidisciplinary clinical team to provide high quality and effective support to individuals experiencing problems with drugs and alcohol.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Informal enquiries to:
Melissa Elliott, A&C Team Manager, Constitution House, Dundee Tel No: ext 22547.

Hours of work are: 37 hours per week.

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