Arran Medical Group

08/04/2026

FINANCE ADMINISTRATOR

Arran Medical Group is seeking an experienced and organised Finance Administrator to join our team. This role works closely with the Practice Manager to ensure the effective and efficient administration of practice finances.

Hours: Minimum 20 hours per week (to be discussed at interview)

Salary: £31,537 – £34,303 per annum pro rata (based on fulltime 37 hours), dependent on experience

The post includes:
• Processing income, expenditure, invoicing and reconciliations using Xero
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Supporting Health Board and GP training claims
• Liaising with accountants, bankers, GP partners and suppliers
• Supporting payroll preparation, partner drawings and out of hours payments
• Managing supplier contracts, tenders and annual financial reviews
We are looking for someone with experience in finance or accounts administration, strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and a professional approach to confidentiality within a healthcare environment.

Due to the forthcoming retirement, we are working to a quick turnaround.

Applications will be reviewed on receipt, with interviews planned for week commencing 20 April 2026.

To apply, please email your CV to:
Fiona Campbell – Practice Manager
📧 fiona.campbell13@aapct.scot.nhs.uk

01/04/2026

Patient Notice

Reduced Service on Tuesday 14th April

Arran Medical Group will be operating a reduced service on Tuesday 14th April while we carry out an essential upgrade to our digital patient system.
This work is important to improve the quality, reliability, and security of the services we provide to you.

During this time:

We will not be able to take advance appointment bookings

Access to our computerised clinical system will be limited

Our team will still be available to provide urgent and essential care

If you require urgent medical attention or advice on this date, please contact the surgery in the usual way. We will do our very best to support you.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while we complete this upgrade to improve your experience with us.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your continued support.

01/04/2026

Easter Weekend 🐣

Please be advised that Arran Medical Group will be closed on Good Friday - 3rd of April and Easter Monday 6th of April.

We will reopen on Tuesday 7th April at 8.30am.

NHS24 can be contacted on 111 and in the event of an emergency please call 999.

23/03/2026

03/03/2026

Please note we are currently experiencing issues with our incoming phones lines, we thank you for your patience.

02/03/2026

Arran Medical Group

📢 String Road Closure – Important Information for Patients (From w/c 9 March)

We have been advised that the String Road will be closed between 9:30am and 3:30pm for approximately three weeks from the week commencing 9 March, due to works being carried out on the Allt Mor Bridge.

🚗 Travelling to Appointments
If you have an appointment during this period and normally travel via the String Road, please take this closure into account. If you need to change your appointment, please contact the team on 01770 600516.
Thank you for your understanding.

06/02/2026

A reminder that the book of condolence for Dr Alistair Grassie will be available at Shiskine Surgery until Friday 13th February.

For those who wish to do so, you are welcome to visit the surgery and leave a message in his memory.

If you cannot make it in person please email aa.Clinical_Practice_ArranMedicalGroup_80927@aapct.scot.nhs.uk and it can be added for you.

Thank you to everyone who has shared their kind words and support during this time.

02/02/2026

Would YOU know what to do if someone had a cardiac arrest?

Anyone, any age, anywhere can be affected by a sudden cardiac arrest - 80% of these happen in the home. Immediate action can save a life.

Every second counts yet it only takes a few minutes to learn CPR with free online training.

In partnership with Resuscitation Council UK, we’re aiming to get Arran ResusReady by supporting individuals, businesses, and organisations to learn lifesaving CPR.

Help us get Arran ResusReady in just two steps:

Step 1 : Complete the free, interactive Lifesaver online CPR training :
https://lifesaver.org.uk/

Step 2 : Register for ResusReady by visiting :
https://www.resus.org.uk/about-us/get-involved/resusready -webform

Already completed CPR training in the last 12 months? You can still get registered by visiting :
https://www.resus.org.uk/about-us/get-involved/resusready -webform

Together, we can make Arran ResusReady and help save lives.

If you would like to know more, or arrange face-to-face CPR training, please contact arranresusready@gmail.com for further information.

Find out more about ResusReady by visiting https://www.resus.org.uk/about-us/get-involved/resusready

30/01/2026

We are deeply saddened about the news of the passing of Dr Alistair Grassie.

Dr Grassie was a much-loved and highly respected doctor whose care, kindness and humour meant so much to his patients, colleagues and the wider community. He will be greatly missed.

For those who wish to pay their respects, a book of condolence will be available at Shiskine Surgery from Monday 2nd February, where messages can be shared in his memory.

If you are unable to attend Shiskine surgery or would prefer to email your entry please send to aa.Clinical_Practice_ArranMedicalGroup_80927@aapct.scot.nhs.uk and one of the admin team will write it for you.

Our thoughts are with Dr Grassie’s family, friends and all who knew him.

19/01/2026

Arran Medical Group

IT/Clinical System Administrator

Location: Arran Medical Group (All Sites)

Hours: 35 per week, Mon-Fri

Salary: £26,497-£28,705 (DOE)

Contract: 1-year, with potential to become permanent Arran Medical Group is looking for an experienced and proactive IT/Clinical System Administrator to maintain and develop our IT and clinical systems. You'll support staff with technical issues, manage user access, and ensure data quality across platforms. Experience with healthcare IT systems is highly desirable, along with strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Benefits include: Competitive salary, pension, 25 days annual leave + public holidays, birthday off, no evening/ weekend work, and training opportunities.

Interested? Email Gillian.Ross@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
for full details and how to apply. Closes 6th February 5pm.

18/12/2025

Here are the opening times for the island pharmacies over the Christmas and New Year Period.

Lamlash:

Monday 22nd: 9:00 – 5.00
Tuesday 23rd: 9:00 – 5.00
Wednesday 24th: 9:00 – 2.30
Thursday 25th: CLOSED
Friday 26th: CLOSED
Saturday 27th: 9:00 – 1.00
Sunday 28th: CLOSED

Monday 29th: 9:00 – 5.00
Tuesday 30th: 9:00 – 5.00
Wednesday 31st: 9:00 – 2.30
Thursday 1st: CLOSED
Friday 2nd: CLOSED
Saturday 3rd: 9:00 – 1.00
Sunday 4th: CLOSED


Whiting Bay:

Monday 22nd: 11:00 – 4.00
Tuesday 23rd: 11:00 – 4.00
Wednesday 24th: 11:00 – 4.00
Thursday 25th: CLOSED
Friday 26th: CLOSED
Saturday 27th: CLOSED
Sunday 28th: CLOSED

Monday 29th: 11:00 – 4.00
Tuesday 30th: 11:00 – 4.00
Wednesday 31st: 11:00 – 4.00
Thursday 1st: CLOSED
Friday 2nd: CLOSED
Saturday 3rd: CLOSED
Sunday 4th: CLOSED


Brodick:

Monday 22nd: 9:00 – 5.00
Tuesday 23rd: 9:00 – 5.00
Wednesday 24th: 9:00 – 5.00
Thursday 25th: CLOSED
Friday 26th: CLOSED
Saturday 27th: 9:00 – 1.00
Sunday 28th: CLOSED

Monday 29th: 9:00 – 5.00
Tuesday 30th: 9:00 – 5.00
Wednesday 31st: 9:00 – 5.00
Thursday 1st: CLOSED
Friday 2nd: CLOSED
Saturday 3rd: 9:00 – 1.00
Sunday 4th: CLOSED