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Pre-Operative Assessment Nurse - Plastic Surgery & Burns
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Pre-Operative Assessment Nurse - Plastic Surgery & Burns
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
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As a Medical Secretary with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, you will play a vital role in supporting Consultants and clinical teams to deliver safe, effective and patient‑centred care. You will be a key point of contact for patients, relatives and multidisciplinary colleagues, helping to coordinate care pathways with professionalism and compassion. This is a varied, fast‑paced role where your organisational skills, initiative and attention to detail will make a real difference every day. NHSGGC is one of the largest NHS Boards in the UK, offering a supportive environment, excellent development opportunities and the chance to be part of services that impact thousands of lives. If you thrive in a role that blends responsibility, teamwork and meaningful contribution, this is an opportunity to grow your career within a values‑driven organisation.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
Glasgow Royal Infirmary Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30 Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to Consultant(s) and their clinical teams Manage complex diaries, correspondence, clinic preparation and audio typing to support effective patient care Act as a first point of contact for patients, relatives and staff, handling enquiries with sensitivity, tact and professionalism Coordinate clinics, referrals, admissions and investigations to support smooth patient pathways and waiting list management Use electronic patient systems to update records, process referrals and support discharge and follow‑up arrangements Prioritise and manage a busy workload independently while maintaining confidentiality and high standards of accuracy Work collaboratively with colleagues across services and provide cross-cover and support when required
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Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
HNC or SVQ Level III in Secretarial Studies or Business Administration or equivalent relevant experience Proven experience of providing high‑quality administrative or secretarial support, ideally within healthcare Advanced keyboard and audio typing skills with excellent accuracy and attention to detail Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines Confidence using IT systems including Microsoft Office applications and electronic patient record systems Knowledge of medical terminology or demonstrable willingness to develop this knowledge Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses Enhanced pay for working public holidays NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
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For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Lorraine Carr, lorraine.carr@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
This post may close early due to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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