Clerical Officer

Clerical Officer

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.

An opportunity has arisen for a full‑time Clerical Officer to join the admin team at Cowal Community Hospital in Dunoon. We are looking for enthusiastic, confident, experienced and self‑motivated individuals who can work as part of a team. Excellent communication, organisational and keyboard skills are required.

You will have a calm and pleasant manner, be well organised and able to work on your own initiative.

You will have a good educational background with proven work experience in a similar role. The ability to work well under pressure and a flexible approach to the needs of the department are essential.

You should have typing skills to the equivalent of ECDL/SVQ
2. Knowledge of medical terminology and previous NHS experience are desirable but not necessary. Induction, training, support and supervision will be provided.

• Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part‑time hours will be adjusted on a pro‑rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
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