Personal Assistant, Acute Services

*Previous applicants need not to re-apply*

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Acute Services Directorate Office for a highly motivated Personal Assistant.  This role will provide a comprehensive, efficient and confidential administrative secretarial service to the Discharge  Team.

Based in FVRH you will work in a dynamic and highly professional environment, within a supportive and welcoming team.  You will work closely with the Discharge Team and senior staff across the organisation and act as the first point of contact for all enquiries to the department, often dealing with matters of a confidential and sensitive nature. 

You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.  You will be able to deal effectively with a number of simultaneous tasks and have the ability, commitment and judgement to ensure deadlines and actions are delivered whilst being frequently interrupted.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential, as is experience of complex diary management and attending meetings for the purpose of minute taking.                                                                                                                                

Previous experience within a similar/healthcare setting would be advantageous.

Informal enquiries to:

Donna Clark- or donna.clark@nhs.scot

The duties of this post require the successful candidate to complete a Standard Police Act Disclosure Scotland Check.

Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail, therefore please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates.

NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.  Please contact the Recruitment Office on if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application and/or interview.

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.