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Job description

Medical Receptionist/Administrator required to give administrative support to the GPs, Nurses and Practice Manager.

Responsibilities

• Greeting patients in person and on telephone.
• 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.
• Data Input and Read Coding of correspondence to and from external agencies to patient records.
• Liaise with other disciplines, outsides agencies and departments, in a professional manner.
• Adherence and assistance with the coordination of office rotas to ensure sufficient cover during breaks, annual and sick leave.
• Making/cancelling appointments.
• Providing information regarding practice services.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• 4 GCSE’s including English & Maths (Grade A-C) or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a similar role (to include telephone & face to face contact).
• Full computer literacy skills.
• Evidence of working in a team and independently.
• Communication skills.
• Flexibility to cover sickness & holidays.

Desirable Skills

• Previous NHS experience.

Further Information

Temporary with the view to becoming permanent. Work Time: 24 hours are available, 3 full days on a rota 8am-4pm & 10am-6pm, to be confirmed.