Bank Receptionist

NHS National Services Scotland; Isle of Whithorn; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Bank Receptionist to join their front of house team. This key role involves providing a 24/7 reception service, ensuring a positive experience for patients and visitors. The ideal candidate will possess strong IT and communication skills, be flexible, and thrive in a busy environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to patient services in a supportive team setting, where your efforts will make a meaningful impact on the healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic applicants with good IT and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a busy and challenging environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective and confidential reception services.
• Contribute to a positive experience for patients and visitors.

Skills

IT Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Keyboard Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Job Title: Bank Receptionist

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.

Band 2 £24,647 - £26,763 (pro rata)

Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £1,349 (pro rata)

Number of Posts: 3

Applications are invited for the post of Bank Receptionist within the Western Isles Hospital front of house reception team, which provides a 24-hour, 7-days-a-week service for NHS Western Isles.

This is a key position where you will be part of the reception team. You will be expected to work on a rotational shift pattern, providing an effective, efficient, and confidential service that contributes to a positive experience for patients, visitors, and staff at the hospital.

We are seeking enthusiastic applicants with good IT skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, accurate keyboard skills, and the ability to work well as part of a team. Flexibility and the ability to work in a busy and challenging environment are essential.

For further information and an informal discussion of the post, please contact Mary MacCuish, Patient Services Supervisor, Patient Services Department, Western Isles Hospital at Tel: [phone].

The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme). Please note, this post is not eligible for relocation expenses.

All NHS Western Isles vacancies are listed on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, which includes a detailed job description.

All NHS Eilean Siar vacancies are also posted on the NHS Scotland website: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/.

If you have any further queries, please contact Tel: [phone].

Closing Date: 15/05/2025