NHS Scotland
Bank Reception/Administration and Secretarial Support/Dispenser
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Job Description
About NHS Scotland
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.
Job Title
Bank Reception/Administration and Secretarial Support/Dispenser
Salary
- Band 2: £26,696 - £28,988 pro rata
- Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £1,461 pro rata
Job Type
- Bank post
Role Summary
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is able to work in a multi-skilled environment, supporting the patients and the clinical teams working at Barra Medical Practice.
Responsibilities:
- Be a good communicator
- Be experienced in working in a busy team
- Be able to multi-task
- Have a clear understanding of confidentiality
- IT skills are essential for this post
Training:
- In-house training will be provided for Practice IT systems
Role Details:
- This role will provide bank cover within our new 2c Barra Medical Practice
- This role presents a great opportunity to provide a comprehensive, efficient and effective reception service, administrative/secretarial support, and dispensing service within Barra Medical Practice
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Additional Information
For more information on living and working in the Western Isles, visit our website: www.wihb.scot.nhs.uk.
Legal Obligation: NHS Western Isles is legally obliged to ensure all its employees have the right to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
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Contact Information
For further information, contact:
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- Louise Maclean, Practice Manager on 01870 602215
- Michelle Taylor, Family Health Services Manager on 01851 708005
Additional Requirements
- The successful applicant will be required to register with the PVG Scheme (Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme).
- This post is not eligible for relocation expenses.
Application Process
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk, along with a job description.
Note: Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba, còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.
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Closing Date
CLOSING DATE: 27/08/2026
If you have any further queries, please contact Tel: 01851 762027.
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