Medical Receptionist
Ashbourne Medical Practice
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Job summary
We are seeking a part time Medical Receptionist to join our busy, friendly and experienced reception team.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, professional and hardworking individual who demonstrates excellent communication and customer service skills. Previous experience in a GP setting and in using a clinical system (e.g. TPP/EMIS) would be advantageous.
The successful candidate must offer a high degree of flexibility to undertake their contracted hours variably within Monday to Friday 07:45 - 18:30 and to provide additional hours where required to cover sickness and annual leave.
Salary: £9.50 per hour pro rata (annual percentage increase review pending)
Hours: 16 hours (with the possibility of increasing to 22 upon successful completion of probationary period)
Pension Scheme: NHS Pension Scheme
Closing Date: 19 June 2022
Interview Date: Week commencing 27 June 2022
Main duties of the job
Working alongside a skilled, dedicated and supportive reception team, you will provide a comprehensive and efficient service to the practice population. You will receive, assist and direct patients in accessing appropriate services or healthcare professionals in a courteous and welcoming manner, demonstrating the principles of effective active signposting.
About us
Ashbourne Medical Practice is a large teaching and dispensing practice serving a population of 9500 patients from a modern, purpose built premises in the centre of Ashbourne. We are a highly respected practice who embraces the collaborative agenda and has a successful track record of delivering excellent primary care. We work collaboratively with three other practices as part of the South neighbourhood in the Derbyshire Dales Primary Care Network.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details please see 'Medical Receptionist' Job Description & Person Specification attached
Ashbourne Medical Practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to a GCSE standard or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Telephone switchboard operation
- Dealing with the public / patients
- Working in an office environment and as part of a multi-skilled team
- Using a clinical system (TPP/EMIS)
Desirable
- Previous experience in General Practice or other healthcare environment
Key Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
- Excellent IT and keyboard skills
- Understanding and adherence of confidentiality principles
- Ability to work well and cope under pressure
- Flexible and able to undertake working hours variably within core practice hours
Desirable
- Proven active signposting skills
Employer details
Employer name
Ashbourne Medical Practice
Address
Clifton Road
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
DE6 1DR
Employer's website
https://www.ashbournemedicalpractice.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Date posted
24 May 2022
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£9.50 an hour annual percentage increase review pending
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A1391-22-6053
Job locations
Clifton Road
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
DE6 1DR
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Monday to Friday: 8am to 6pm
Saturday: 9am to 3pm
Closed Bank Holidays including Easter Sunday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.