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Job description

2 temporary Medical Receptionist/Administrator's required with the view to becoming permanent. You will give administrative support to the GPS, Nurses and Practice Manager.

Responsibilities

• General reception duties - greeting patients in person and on telephone, making, cancelling appointments, providing information regarding practice services.
• Maintaining and updating files both computerised and manual.
• Typing letters, memos referrals, and confidential reports.
• Sorting and distribution of post.
• Collect and collate data as and when required.
• Liaise with other disciplines, outsides agencies and departments, in a helpful and professional manner.
• Adherence and assistance with the coordination of office rotas to ensure sufficient cover during breaks, annual and sick leave.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• 4 GCSE’s including English & Maths (Grade A-C) or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a similar role (must include telephone & face to face contact).
• Computer literacy skills.
• Work as part of a team but also be able to work alone.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Flexibility to cover sickness & holidays.

Desirable Skills

• Previous NHS experience.

Further Information

Post 1 - Wednesday & Friday 8am - 6pm. Post 2 - Thursday & Friday 8am - 6pm. These 2 posts are temporary with the view to becoming permanent. Salary will also increase to £12.71 after satisfactory probation period completed.