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252851 - Medical Receptionist
Job Opportunity: Medical Receptionist/Administrative Assistant (Part-Time) – School of Population Health Sciences, Usher Institute, Mackenzie Medical Centre
Grade: UE04 – £26,093 – £28,778 per annum (pro rata for 30-hour workload)
NHS Scotland Background NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within its workforce. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to perform at their best.
About the Role
This part-time (30 hours per week) position offers the chance to work in a busy, friendly medical practice within the School of Population Health Sciences/Usher Institute/Mackenzie Medical Centre, providing general medical services to a patient list of 8,600 residents in the southeast Edinburgh area.
Practice Team:
- 10 GPs
- 2 nurses
- 8 medical receptionists
- 1 medical secretary
- 1 IT/Assistant Manager
- 1 Practice Manager
Your Responsibilities:
- Provide excellent general medical reception and administration support.
- Manage front-of-house operations, including patient queries and appointments.
- Work collaboratively within the medical team to ensure efficient workflow.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold high standards of professionalism.
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Essential Skills & Attributes:
✅ Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) ✅ Strong organisational abilities ✅ Ability to work effectively in a team while using independent judgement ✅ Proven ability to prioritise workloads ✅ Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
Working Arrangements:
- Monday to Friday, up until 6:15 PM
- 100% campus-based role (no remote working component)
Application Process:
To apply, please submit the following via your preferred channel:
- A curriculum vitae (CV)
- A cover letter addressing your suitability for this role
For informal enquiries, contact: Gillian Mossman (Practice Manager) Email: Gillian.mossman@nhs.scot
NHS Scotland Benefits:
✔ Competitive salary within the UE04 pay range ✔ Dynamic, collaborative workplace with a focus on patient care and research initiatives ✔ Connection to an international, diverse, and multidisciplinary community ✔ Comprehensive benefits, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Defined benefits pension scheme
- Range of staff discounts
- Family-friendly policies
- Flexible working options (where applicable) (View full benefit details and use the rewards calculator on the NHS Scotland website.)
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Commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
As a publicly funded organisation, we celebrate diversity and seek to eliminate discrimination. The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of its efforts to advance gender equality.
Critical Employment Information:
⚠ Right to Work: Before commencing employment, applicants must demonstrate their right to work in the UK. ⚠ Skilled Worker Visa: The University cannot sponsor international workers for this role. Only those with alternative right to work status will be eligible.
Join a Mission-Driven Organisation
At The University of Edinburgh’s School of Population Health Sciences, we aim to: "Drive transformative improvements in public health, working with populations, data, and policymakers to enhance lives across the globe."
We’re proud to be ranked #1 in the UK for impactful research in medicine—join us in shaping the future of healthcare!
Note: Closing date and time for applications will be noted on the posting (defaults to 11:59 PM UK time). For international applicants, local time adjustments will apply automatically.
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