Clerical Officer/ Audio Typist

NHS National Services Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A public healthcare service in Scotland is seeking a Clerical Officer / Audio Typist for a maternity cover position within the Haematology Team. The role involves clerical duties and audiotyping support. Candidates should possess good communication and organizational skills, and confidentiality is crucial. Working hours are 23 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting in January 2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology desirable but not essential.
• Confidentiality expected in all aspects of the role.
• Mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Undertake clerical duties and audiotyping as required to support the Haematology Service.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work as part of a team

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.

MATERNITY COVER FOR ONE YEAR

CLERICAL OFFICER / AUDIO TYPIST – BAND 2

23 hours per week Monday – Friday

An opportunity has arisen for an individual to join the Haematology Team at Ninewells Hospital to provide maternity cover for a period of one year from early January 2026. As a part of this team, the post holder will undertake clerical duties and audiotyping as required to support the Haematology Service.

Knowledge of medical terminology would be desirable but not essential. Good communication and organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team are essential for this position.

Confidentiality will be expected within all aspects of the role.

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: Claire Birse, Clerical Officer/ Audio Typist, Haematology Department, Ninewells on 01382 660111 ext. 33306 or Lynn McKenzie, Admin Services Supervisor, Ninewells Hospital on 01382 740448.

Hours of work are: 23 hours a week Monday - Friday

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

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