Medical Secretary
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 24 Ebrill 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £31,537 i £34,303 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Shetland Islands, Scotland |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | NHS Shetland Board |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 245816 |
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Medical Secretary (Ref: 245816)
Fixed Term for 12 months
Full Time – 36 hours per week
Band 4 - Salary Range £31,537 - £34,303 per annum
Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum
Do you have secretarial skills and experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Standard Grade or equivalent in English? Would you like to play a key role in our busy Medical Records team?
Duties are varied and include organising clinics and appointments, audio typing confidential correspondence and dealing with enquiries along with recording and collating patient information. Strong administrative and communication skills, together with the ability to work unsupervised and to tight deadlines are essential requirements. You should also be able to display empathy and a strong sense of patient focus.
This contract is for a fixed-term for 12 months with an anticipated start date of July 2026. The reason for the fixed-term contract is maternity leave cover. If you wish to apply for this post as a secondment opportunity, you will need to discuss with your line manager before submitting an application.
For an informal discussion, please contact shreyansh.kayastha@nhs.scot
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service.
Please note that this post is not eligible for sponsorship in line with current Gov.uk guidance. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship BEFORE submitting any applications. Further information can be found here
Closing date: 10/05/2026
Interview date: 22/05/2026
Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
For more information and to apply:
Internal Applicants: if you are currently working for NHS Shetland (including Bank Members) you must apply via the Jobtrain website link:
https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/internal/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173
External Applicants: ie if you are NOT currently an NHS Shetland employee or registered on our Bank, you must apply via the following Jobtrain website link:-
https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line or by calling 0161 850 2004.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Fixed Term for 12 months
Full Time – 36 hours per week
Band 4 - Salary Range £31,537 - £34,303 per annum
Distant Island Allowance of £2,578 per annum
Do you have secretarial skills and experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Standard Grade or equivalent in English? Would you like to play a key role in our busy Medical Records team?
Duties are varied and include organising clinics and appointments, audio typing confidential correspondence and dealing with enquiries along with recording and collating patient information. Strong administrative and communication skills, together with the ability to work unsupervised and to tight deadlines are essential requirements. You should also be able to display empathy and a strong sense of patient focus.
This contract is for a fixed-term for 12 months with an anticipated start date of July 2026. The reason for the fixed-term contract is maternity leave cover. If you wish to apply for this post as a secondment opportunity, you will need to discuss with your line manager before submitting an application.
For an informal discussion, please contact shreyansh.kayastha@nhs.scot
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service.
Please note that this post is not eligible for sponsorship in line with current Gov.uk guidance. It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship BEFORE submitting any applications. Further information can be found here
Closing date: 10/05/2026
Interview date: 22/05/2026
Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
For more information and to apply:
Internal Applicants: if you are currently working for NHS Shetland (including Bank Members) you must apply via the Jobtrain website link:
https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/internal/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173
External Applicants: ie if you are NOT currently an NHS Shetland employee or registered on our Bank, you must apply via the following Jobtrain website link:-
https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173
If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line or by calling 0161 850 2004.
Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.