Medical Receptionists

Overton Park Surgery

The closing date is 27 December 2024

Job summary

There is one position available:

20 hour position:

Mon 08:30 - 12:30, Tues 14:30 - 18:30, Wednesday 14:30 - 18:30, Thurs 14:30 - 18:30, Fri 14:30 - 18:30

Your role is to assist in the smooth running of the practice by supporting patients, GPs and other practice staff, ensuring we meet both patient expectations and our high standards of service.

We will be looking for:

Excellent customer service skills and telephone manner

Strong organisational skills and effective multi-tasking

Confident IT skills

A genuine passion for people's welfare with a kind and friendly disposition

A proactive and quick learner

Excellent communication skills

Main duties of the job

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Greeting our patients when they arrive and assisting with enquiries and check ins

Dealing with our telephone lines to assist our patients with queries and appointment bookings

Managing emails and website enquiries

Processing prescription requests

Daily administrative tasks

About us

Overton Park Surgeryis a thriving practice based in the heart of Cheltenham. We pride ourselves on being a good practice, responsive to patients which is shown in the comments we receive on our website and our CQC rating.

We are currently looking for a friendly, professional and organised part time Medical Receptionist to join our excellent team at Overton Park Surgery. This is an excellent opportunity for somebody with a passion for customer/ patient care, who thrives in a vibrant environment.

Date posted

05 December 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.50 an hour Increases to £11.55 after 6 months

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0896-24-0005

Job locations

Overton Park Road

Cheltenham

Gloucestershire

GL50 3BP


Job description

Job responsibilities

To be considered for the role you must be able to demonstrate a full awareness of the role of a GP receptionist and have excellent people skills.

The successful candidate will need to have a flexible approach to work.

The position is predominantly computer based

Candidates applying need to have experience of and be confident handling busy customer-facing position, be self-motivated and happy to work independently.

Training will be provided which includes ongoing regular training

Due to the nature of the role, appointment is dependent on the results of an enhanced DBS check.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be considered for the role you must be able to demonstrate a full awareness of the role of a GP receptionist and have excellent people skills.

The successful candidate will need to have a flexible approach to work.

The position is predominantly computer based

Candidates applying need to have experience of and be confident handling busy customer-facing position, be self-motivated and happy to work independently.

Training will be provided which includes ongoing regular training

Due to the nature of the role, appointment is dependent on the results of an enhanced DBS check.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Strong IT skills
  • Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
  • Effective time management (planning & organising)
  • Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to follow policies and procedures
  • Polite and confident
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations

Desirable

  • Grades C / 4 or above in English and Maths
  • AMSPAR Receptionists Qualification
  • NVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care
  • Experience of admin duties

Other requirements

Essential

  • Flexibility to provide shift cover for colleagues
  • DBS check

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with the general public.

Desirable

  • TPP systmone experience
  • Experience of working in a health care setting
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Strong IT skills
  • Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
  • Effective time management (planning & organising)
  • Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Ability to follow policies and procedures
  • Polite and confident
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations

Desirable

  • Grades C / 4 or above in English and Maths
  • AMSPAR Receptionists Qualification
  • NVQ level 2 in Health & Social Care
  • Experience of admin duties

Other requirements

Essential

  • Flexibility to provide shift cover for colleagues
  • DBS check

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with the general public.

Desirable

  • TPP systmone experience
  • Experience of working in a health care setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Overton Park Surgery

Address

Overton Park Road

Cheltenham

Gloucestershire

GL50 3BP


Employer's website

https://www.overtonparksurgery.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Overton Park Surgery

Address

Overton Park Road

Cheltenham

Gloucestershire

GL50 3BP


Employer's website

https://www.overtonparksurgery.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Office/Reception Manager

Beverley Pearce-Smith

overton.opsdirect@nhs.net

01242533821

Date posted

05 December 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.50 an hour Increases to £11.55 after 6 months

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0896-24-0005

Job locations

Overton Park Road

Cheltenham

Gloucestershire

GL50 3BP


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