Discharge Co-ordinator

NHS Grampian; Scotland; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization is seeking a Band 6 Discharge Co‑ordinator to enhance patient flow and ensure timely discharges at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to maintain a high standard of care throughout the discharge process. Candidates should have a current NMC PIN and experience in acute care. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to service development and improve discharge pathways.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current NMC PIN.
• Experience in an acute care setting is required.
• Passionate about improving patient flow.

Responsibilities

• Work with multidisciplinary teams for high-quality discharge care.
• Support safe and timely discharges for patients.
• Help develop and shape discharge pathways.

Skills

Organisational skills

Team player

NMC PIN

Acute care experience

Service development interest

Job description

Discharge Co‑ordinator

Band 6 - Full time (37hrs per week) - Permanent

Site and Capacity, ARI

Are you ready to embrace a new and exciting opportunity at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary? Then this could be the role for you!

We are looking for a hardworking, organised team player with a current NMC PIN to take on the role of Band 6 Discharge Co‑ordinator within the System Flow team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for improving patient flow and supporting safe, timely discharges.

The role will involve working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive a high standard of care during the discharge process. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual with recent acute experience and an interest in service development to help shape and enhance this vital area.

This post is currently Monday–Friday, between the hours of 0800-2000hr, future plans may include extending the service to weekends and public holidays.

If you are committed to delivering excellent patient care and want to play a key role in improving discharge pathways, we would love to hear from you!

Interviews will be held in person on 14th January 2026.

Post may close earlier should we receive a large volume of applications.

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.