Ward Assistant

NHS Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Ward Assistant to join the Trauma & Orthopaedic Admission Ward 17 team. You will perform general clerical, administrative and housekeeping/infection control duties while supporting the ward’s daily operations. 36 hours per week, in a hospital setting, with induction standards to be met.

You should be able to work independently, prioritise changing workloads and demonstrate good interpersonal and telephone skills. Computer literacy and keyboard proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal skills with a friendly telephone manner.
• Must be computer literate and have keyboard skills.
• Able to work independently and manage shifting workloads in a dynamic hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general clerical, administrative and housekeeping/infection control duties as part of Ward 17 team.
• Work to support Trauma & Orthopaedic Admission Ward 17, in a 36-hour per week capacity.
• Maintain standards of conduct and participate in induction requirements for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Telephone manner

Computer literacy

Keyboard skills

Education

Healthcare Support Worker induction (Scotland)

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.

An exciting opportunity for the post of Ward Assistant has arisen for a motivated individual who is keen to develop their skills and join the Trauma & Orthopaedic Admission Ward 17 Team.

You will work as part of the team carrying out general, clerical, administrative and housekeeping/infection control duties. You must be able to work independently, prioritising workload in an environment that is constantly changing.

The post holder should have good interpersonal skills with a good telephone manner and be computer literate. Keyboard skills are essential. Knowledge of the working practices of hospital processes within a Medical Records or a clinical area would be beneficial, although training will be given.

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 Emma Pattullo, SCN on ext: 58501 (01382 660111)

Hours of work are: 36 hours