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GP MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST

Basildon Road Surgery

London, SE2 0ER

Salary

Negotiable

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

14 September 2026

14 days left

Job description

As a GP Receptionist, you will be the welcoming face and voice of our practice, providing a professional and compassionate first point of contact for ...

Greet patients and visitors in a polite, professional manner. Answer calls promptly and direct enquiries appropriately. Book, amend and cancel appointments using the practice clinical system. Handle patient queries sensitively and confidentially, and assist with registration forms and general paperwork.

Administrative Duties

Maintain accurate patient records, including scanning and filing medical documents. Liaise with clinicians, nurses and colleagues as required.

Operational Support

Ensure reception and waiting areas are tidy and welcoming. Follow practice procedures for confidentiality and data protection. Support administrative staff during busy periods.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong organisational skills and attention to detail; ability to work under pressure; good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and clinical systems; professional and empathetic manner.

Desirable: Experience in a GP practice or healthcare setting; knowledge of medical terminology; experience using clinical systems such as EMIS.

Personal Attributes & Compliance

Friendly, reliable and punctual; discreet and able to maintain confidentiality; proactive team player. Understanding of patient confidentiality and GDPR, with willingness to undertake relevant training.

To deliver a professional, efficient, and courteous reception and administrative service to patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals. As the first point of contact for the practice, the GP Receptionist plays a vital role in creating a positive patient experience and supporting the smooth, safe, and effective day-to-day running of the surgery.

We are a close-knit, supportive team made up of

GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff who work

collaboratively to provide high-quality, patient-centred care. We pride

ourselves on maintaining a friendly, respectful, and professional atmosphere

where everyone's contribution is valued.

Our work ethic is built on teamwork, reliability,

and a shared commitment to delivering excellent service to our community. We

support one another during busy periods and have open communication to ensure a

positive and productive working environment.

In return, we offer a welcoming workplace,

opportunities for ongoing training and development,Pension scheme enrolment.

Experience

Essential

  • Experience -
  • Experience in a customer-facing role
  • Experience working within a busy office or administrative environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Competent IT skills, including use of clinical and administrative systems
  • Ability to prioritise workload, manage competing demands, and multitask effectively
  • Professional, courteous, and empathetic approach
  • Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
  • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
  • Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to work
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care and service

Desirable

  • Experience within a GP practice, primary care, or NHS setting
  • Experience using clinical systems such as EMIS.
  • Knowledge of NHS primary care services and procedures
  • Understanding of patient confidentiality, information governance, and GDPR

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good standard of general education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
  • Willingness to undertake further training and professional development as required

Desirable

  • Basic understanding of medical terminology

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

14 August 2026

Last checked

18 August 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

BRS
Basildon Road Surgery

NHS organisation

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