Waiting List Administrator - Band 3 - GHinEdinburgh inEdinburghPUBLISHED SAT 29 MAR 2025

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Opportunity to contribute to patient care and improve patient experiences by effectively managing waiting lists and appointments.

Part of a supportive and diverse working environment, promoting equality and inclusion within the NHS Scotland workforce.

Ability to work in a part-time role, allowing for a better work-life balance while still contributing to a vital healthcare service.

Opportunity for professional development and gaining experience in health administration, particularly in the dental sector.

Engagement in meaningful work that directly impacts healthcare delivery and efficiency, helping to achieve national and local targets.

Access to resources and support for disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or neurodivergent individuals.

Chance to work with a dedicated team in NHS Lothian, fostering teamwork and collaboration within healthcare services.

Join NHS Lothian and play a vital role in patient care as a Waiting List Administrator (Band 3) in beautiful Edinburgh! This part-time position offers you the chance to make a real difference in the community by supporting the management of the Oral Health Service waiting list. Your organisational skills will ensure that patients receive timely appointments for all dental specialties, while providing first-rate service to help enhance their healthcare journey.

At NHS Scotland, we celebrate diversity and inclusivity, welcoming applications from all backgrounds, particularly women and those passionate about caring. You’ll find a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and we are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support disabled candidates or those with long-term conditions. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team—apply early as we expect a high level of interest! For more information, feel free to reach out to Julie McNeil at 0131 5378959 or julie.mcneil@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk.

Opportunity to contribute to patient care and improve patient experiences by effectively managing waiting lists and appointments.

Part of a supportive and diverse working environment, promoting equality and inclusion within the NHS Scotland workforce.

Ability to work in a part-time role, allowing for a better work-life balance while still contributing to a vital healthcare service.

Opportunity for professional development and gaining experience in health administration, particularly in the dental sector.

Engagement in meaningful work that directly impacts healthcare delivery and efficiency, helping to achieve national and local targets.

Access to resources and support for disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or neurodivergent individuals.

Chance to work with a dedicated team in NHS Lothian, fostering teamwork and collaboration within healthcare services.

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.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage

Please note: As this post is part-time the salary will be pro-rata.

To support the Waiting List Coordinator with the management of the Oral Health Service waiting list ensuring achievement of national and local targets set by the Scottish Government, responsible for the safe and timely booking of patients for all dental specialties, this also includes arranging pre admission clinics.

To provide an efficient booking service for the patient to support the patient pathway

To manage referrals to clinics providing additional capacity in line with agreed protocols.

Prompt and accurate input of patient details to the Oral Health Service waiting lists and booking of patient appointments

Ensure confirmation of booking to reduce DNA rate and maximize clinic utilisation.

For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, click on the links at the bottom of the screen to the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions please contact Julie McNeil on 1or

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check done than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role", your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. If there is any change to what is currently required, this will be confirmed by either the Hiring Manager or the Recruitment Team. For more details on these changes please visit: .

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Waiting List Administrator - Band 3 - GHinEdinburghinEdinburghPUBLISHED SAT 29 MAR 2025

NHS Lothianrd3KVzM

Waiting List Administrator - Band 3 - GHinEdinburgh inEdinburghPUBLISHED SAT 29 MAR 2025