GP Surgery Receptionist/DOCMAN Scanner
Catshill Village Surgery
Bromsgrove, B61 0PUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
Negotiable
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
30 October 2026
10 days leftJob description
1 x full time hours or 2 x part time hours The successful candidate must have full knowledge of EMIS & DOCMAN, Microsoft Office and be able to demonst...
Manage scanning and document work flow using Docman
Receive incoming documents and work flowing to appropriate clinician.
Initiating outgoing telephone calls.
Book patient appointments
To liaise with GPs, nursing staff, the Practice Manager regarding patient related queries.
Answer emergency phone calls and action as necessary
Receive, file and workflow external documents both in hard and
electronic format
Maintain a log, file and workflow to clinical system all
correspondence handled over the desk.
Manage incoming samples
Manage patient tasks through EMIS Docman AccuRx Email
Providing general assistance to the practice team and projecting a
positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors
Processing medication requests
Manage patient queries at desk
The successful candidate must have full knowledge
of EMIS, DOCMAN, Microsoft Office and be able to demonstrate problem solving and strong
communication silks with an understanding of confidentiality. To be able to work as a team member and
autonomously with good interpersonal skills and the ability to follow
procedures and policy.
If successful you will be required to carry out a variety of
administrative tasks for the efficient running of the practice projecting a
positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors. Manage scanning and document workflow using Docman.Effective time management, planning and
organising and the ability to remain sensitive and empathetic in distressing
situations are key.
Support with sickness and holiday cover in addition
to contracted hours may also be required.
Sign all visitors in and out
Receive incoming and initiate outgoing telephone calls.
Receive incoming registration forms, make necessary checks for living
within boundary and ID. Scan forms and register as required.
To book patient appointments with clinical staff
Manage incoming Patient Online Access forms and granting access
To liaise with GPs, nursing staff, the Practice Manager, or any other
member of the practice team regarding patient-related queries.
Answer emergency phone calls and action as necessary
To receive and file and workflow external documents both in hard and
electronic format
Chaperone patients as required
To take payment of fees for private non NHS work
Assist deliveries advising team members that goods have arrive
To maintain a log, file and workflow to clinical system all
correspondence handled over the desk.
Manage incoming samples ensuring correct bottle is labelled and has
paperwork.
Manage patient tasks through EMIS Docman AccuRx Email
Manage reception email account as well as own
To cover for holidays and sickness as required.
Providing general assistance to the practice team and projecting a
positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors
Keep up to date with reception updates, attend reception meetings and
follow process and policy
To carry out a variety of administrative tasks for the efficient
running of the Practice.
Keep reception up to date
Tidy desk area policy
Processing medication requests
Manage patient queries at desk and action accordingly
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of offenders Act Exceptions
Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure
and Barring Service formerly known as CRB to check for any previous criminal
convictions.
We are a friendly busy GP Practice looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and sociable team player to join our dedicated reception team.We are looking for a reliable, hard-working professional with a positive and friendly flexible approach.
Reception is at the heart of our practice and our reception team work hard together each day to ensure they navigate our patients to the right service, delivered by the right clinician at the right time.A key requirement of this role will be around the importance of being kind and remaining calm when working under pressure.
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- Essential - Previous experience with EMIS
- Essential - Previous experience with DOCMAN
- Essential - Previous experience within a healthcare setting
- Good general education, including GCSE English or equivalent
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills and a friendly, professional manner
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good keyboard and computer skills
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently, particularly when dealing with confidential or sensitive information
- Ability to remain calm and professional when working in a busy environment
- Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
- Commitment to providing a high standard of customer service
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately
Desirable
- Experience of working in a reception or customer-facing role
- Previous experience of dealing with the public in a busy environment
- Experience of using clinical or healthcare computer systems
- Understanding of the role and responsibilities of a GP practice/reception environment
- Previous experience of handling confidential information
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience using EMIS essential
- Experience using DOCMAN essential
- Good general education including GCSE English or equivalent
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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
15 October 2026
Last checked
16 October 2026
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About the employer
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