Emergency Department Assistant

NHS Scotland; Munster; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Emergency Department has a 34.5 hour fixed‑term Band 3 Emergency Department Assistant post available until 1 January 2027. Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years’ HCSW experience in an acute area.

The successful candidate will work closely with nursing and medical staff within the department, with opportunities for ED-specific training. The department sees a full spectrum of patients, with about 20% paediatric, in a busy environment where initiative and teamwork are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ HCSW experience in an acute area.
• Able to work effectively in a busy, stressful environment and use initiative.
• Computer skills would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with nursing and medical staff within the department.
• Support the ED team and contribute to patient care across all ages.
• Assistance with training opportunities and ongoing improvement.

Skills

HCSW experience

initiative

computer skills

Job description

The Emergency Department has a 34.5 hour fixed‑term Band 3 Emergency Department Assistant post available until 1 January 2027. Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years’ HCSW experience in an acute area.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to undertake training specific to the Emergency Department. As a valued member of the team, the Emergency Department Assistant works closely with both nursing and medical staff within the department. Applicants should be able to work effectively in a busy and sometimes stressful environment, use their initiative, and contribute positively to the wider team. Computer skills would be advantageous.

We are a busy department and see the full spectrum of patients with illness and injury, covering all ages, with approximately 20% being paediatric. We prioritise teaching, have a strong team ethos, and are committed to continued improvement.

For any informal enquiries please contact Heather Johnstone SCN; tel: [phone]; email: [e-mail]

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.

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork