Medical Receptionist / Administrator / Secretary

The Crown Medical Centre

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Job summary

Crown Medical Centre is a medium sized practice covering a patient population of approximately 10300 patients. We have 6 GP Partners, two salaried GPs, 6 Nurses/HCAs and a team of receptionists/administrators.

We are a friendly practice looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual to the above post. We will consider applications for between 25 and 37 hours per week. The post will predominantly be a receptionist role but may include some administrative work and other duties depending on the hours as well as the skills of the successful candidate.  We are looking at possibly recruiting up to two people for the position - A mix of both full and part time.

Main duties of the job

Main responsibilities to include:

  • Front of house customer service and signposting
  • Helping patients with queries on the phone/face to face
  • Booking appointments
  • General administrative duties (e.g. scanning)
  • Specialist administrative duties (e.g. notes summarising, coding)
  • Secretarial duties (e.g. typing dictations, processing referrals)

This is a very busy practice  which can make the role challenging at times. The successful candidate will be able to cope well under pressure, prioritise, and think on their feet.

We are looking for someone who is comfortable using different IT systems, has excellent customer service skills and an enthusiasm to learn.

Previous experience in a similar role is an advantage although full training will be given.

About us

The team at Crown is forward thinking and dynamic. Above all it is a very friendly place to work with lots of flexibility and plenty of opportunities to learn and develop in a very supportive environment.

Date posted

17 May 2022

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A1198-22-0379

Job locations

Venture Way

Taunton

Somerset

TA2 8QY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description which gives comprehensive information regarding the duties entailed for this position.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description which gives comprehensive information regarding the duties entailed for this position.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE in Maths and English grade 4 or above (or equivalent)

Key skills

Essential

  • Highly motivated individual
  • Flexibility with regards to hours/covering shifts
  • Enthusiastic approach
  • Team player

Experience

Essential

  • Customer service experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Not afraid to learn new IT systems and processes.
  • Knowledge of email, Microsoft office packages

Desirable

  • Experience of working with patients in the NHS and ideally in a primary care setting
  • Use of IT systems in general practice
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE in Maths and English grade 4 or above (or equivalent)

Key skills

Essential

  • Highly motivated individual
  • Flexibility with regards to hours/covering shifts
  • Enthusiastic approach
  • Team player

Experience

Essential

  • Customer service experience
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Not afraid to learn new IT systems and processes.
  • Knowledge of email, Microsoft office packages

Desirable

  • Experience of working with patients in the NHS and ideally in a primary care setting
  • Use of IT systems in general practice

Employer details

Employer name

The Crown Medical Centre

Address

Venture Way

Taunton

Somerset

TA2 8QY


Employer's website

https://www.crownmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Crown Medical Centre

Address

Venture Way

Taunton

Somerset

TA2 8QY


Employer's website

https://www.crownmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Executive Assistant

Charlotte Barham

charlotte.barham@nhs.net

01823250168

Date posted

17 May 2022

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A1198-22-0379

Job locations

Venture Way

Taunton

Somerset

TA2 8QY


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