Patients Travel Payments Officer

PATIENTS TRAVEL PAYMENTS OFFICER - BAND 3, 22.3 hours per week  (consideration given 18.5hours per week) 
Base Lochgilphead with option of Hybrid Working

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in a demanding but enjoyable finance role with Argyll & Bute HSCP.  This post is based in Lochgilphead with the option of hybrid working and is part-time, working 22.3 hours (consideration given to 18.5 hours per week).
A key member of the Argyll and Bute HSCP finance team, you will provide an efficient and effective payments service to our patients.  Main responsibilities include validating claims for payment, processing payments, dealing with patient enquiries and travel suppliers, and liaising with colleagues across the organisation.
Ideally, you will hold an HNC in Accounting or equivalent qualification, or alternatively have gained relevant experience working in a large organisation . You will have good analytical and organisational skills, be proficient in the use of IT systems including MS Excel and be able to communicate effectively.  A courteous and polite manner when dealing with patients is essential.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DUTIES FOR THIS ROLE ON THE GENERIC JOB DESCRIPTION IS ONLY THOSE LISTED UNDER THE SECTION HEADED PATIENTS TRAVEL.

Informal enquiries to:  Alastair Craig, Senior Management Accountant, alastair.craig@nhs.scot or Morven Moir, Head of Finance, morven.moir@nhs.scot

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.