Care Navigator/Receptionist
Ireland Wood & Horsforth Medical Practice
Leeds, LS16 6FRView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
Negotiable
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
20 November 2026
32 days leftJob description
Due to a member of the team upskilling into a new role, we are seeking a Care Navigator/Receptionist to join our fast-paced reception and administrati...
Provide
a professional and welcoming first point of contact for patients, visitors and
healthcare professionals.
Manage
a busy telephone system, responding to enquiries and directing patients to the
most appropriate service.
Book,
amend and cancel patient appointments in accordance with practice protocols.
Receive
patients at the reception desk, recording arrivals and assisting with
enquiries.
Process
repeat prescription requests in line with practice procedures.
Deal
with incoming emails, post and other administrative correspondence.
Liaise
effectively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, hospitals and other healthcare
organisations.
Carry
out administrative tasks relating to patient records, including scanning,
document management and filing.
Follow
practice protocols to ensure consistent and high-quality care is provided to
our patients.
Act
as directed by other members of the practice team.
Provide
reception and administrative cover for colleagues during periods of annual
leave or sickness absence.
Work
across both Ireland Wood and Horsforth practice sites when required.
Ensure
confidentiality is always maintained in accordance with General Data Protection
Regulation (GDPR) and practice policies.
Navigator/Receptionist is an essential member of the practice team, providing a
professional, efficient and patient-focused reception and administrative
service across both practice sites. Working closely with the Practice Manager,
GP Partners and the wider clinical and administrative teams, the post-holder
will help ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice while delivering
excellent customer service to patients and visitors.
A key part of
the role is supporting patients with their queries and appointment requests,
helping them to access the most appropriate healthcare professional or service
in line with practice protocols. The post-holder will manage appointments,
respond to telephone and face-to-face enquiries, process repeat prescription
requests and undertake a range of administrative duties to support the delivery
of safe and effective patient care.
The role also
includes maintaining accurate patient records, processing correspondence and
supporting communication with hospitals, pharmacies and other healthcare
organisations. The post-holder will work in accordance with practice policies,
maintain confidentiality at all times, and provide cover for colleagues and
across both practice sites when required.
Overall, this
is a varied and rewarding role that requires excellent communication,
organisational and IT skills, together with the ability to work calmly and
effectively in a busy environment while providing a high standard of patient
care and customer service.
We are a large, forwardthinking and highperforming GP Practice, serving a population of approximately 28,000 patients alongside our AQP Community Ophthalmology service. We have a strong sense of community and are committed to delivering a highquality, sustainable and patientfocused service.
Our practice is built on a culture of learning, development and continuous improvement. We support our staff to grow in their roles and reach their full potential, ensuring we continue to provide outstanding care to the community we serve.
- To provide high-quality, safe and accessible care, supporting healthier lives within our local community.
- To be a forward-thinking practice, continually improving to meet the evolving needs of our patients and the NHS.
- To create a supportive practice where staff thrive, and patients receive compassionate care every day.
Experience
Essential: - Excellent IT and communication skills; - Experience in customer service
Desirable: - Experience of working in a GP practice
Qualifications
Essential: - Essential criteria include GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above
Desirable: - Care Navigation training
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
12 October 2026
Last checked
14 October 2026
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