Audio Typist/Clerical Officer

NHS National Services Scotland; Brechin; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Scotland is seeking an Audio Typist/Clerical Officer to join the Psychiatry of Old Age Team. The role includes audio typing and clerical duties, requiring accurate keyboard skills and excellent communication. Experience with medical terminology and hospital IT systems is desirable. Candidates should apply through Jobtrain.

Qualifications

• Experience of general office duties.
• Knowledge of medical record processing and hospital IT systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertake audio typing and clerical duties.
• Achieve mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland.

Skills

Accurate keyboard skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of medical terminology

Job description

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.

Applications are invited for the post of Audio Typist/Clerical Officer, Band 2 based within the Psychiatry of Old Age Team – Angus, based at Susan Carnegie Centre, Stracathro Hospital.

We are looking for an individual who can undertake audio typing and clerical duties. You should have accurate keyboard skills along with excellent communication skills and experience of general office duties. The ability to work harmoniously within a team environment is essential. Knowledge of medical terminology is desirable. Experience of medical record processing and hospital IT systems would be advantageous.

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: Gemma Marshall or Fiona Robertson Medical Secretary, at Susan Carnegie Centre, Stracathro Hospital DD9 7QA, Telephone [phone] or 01356 692806

Hours of work are 18.53 per week – these will be worked over 5 days per week.

Please note: This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa.

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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