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Job reference: 222991
Salary: Band 3 (£28,011 - £30,230)
Job closing date: 24/08/2025
Job Type: Administrative Services
Location: Gilbert Bain Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: Various
Job posted date: 12/08/2025
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Shetland
Department: Medical Records

Job Advert

Receptionist (Ref: 222991)

Substantive post, Full and Part time hours available

Band 3* - Salary Range £28,011 - £30,230 per annum (pro rata for part time posts)

Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum (pro rata for part time posts)


Shift pattern for Main reception


Morning Shift

0800 - 1600

Evening Shift

1600 - 0000

Night Shift

0000 - 0800


We are seeking a dedicated and adaptable individual who is comfortable working morning, evening and night shifts in accordance with the departmental rota.


Do you have secretarial skills, reception skills or would be interested in general office experience? Do you have 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?


Gilbert Bain Hospital Reception serves as the first place of contact for visitors and patients but is also a vital service centre providing essential support 24/7 for hospital and wider community teams. The department plays a pivotal role in ensuring timely responses, effective communication, and the coordination of resources.


*You will initially be appointed at Band 2 level (Salary range £25,694 – £27,900 per annum pro-rata) rising to Band 3 once successful completion of competencies.


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/


For an informal discussion, please contact: shreyansh.kayastha@nhs.scot


Closing date: 24/08/2025

Interview date: 05/09/2025


*Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.


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