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Medical Receptionist

Cambridge Avenue Medical Centre

Scunthorpe, DN16 3LG · SCUNTHORPE, DN17 3SNView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£13.13

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

25 October 2026

5 days left

Job description

The Receptionist is the first point of contact for patients and visitors attending the practice. The postholder will provide a professional, friendly,...

The role includes administration duties, appointment management, and always maintaining confidentiality.

Greet patients, visitors, and

healthcare professionals.

Answer telephone calls promptly and

direct enquiries appropriately.

Manage patient appointments using the

clinical system.

Check patients in for appointments and notify clinicians of patient

arrivals when required.

Deal with patient enquiries both face-to-face and via telephone

Signpost patients to appropriate

services.

Provide a high standard of customer

service.

Communicate sensitively and

effectively.

Respond appropriately to vulnerable or

distressed patients.

Manage concerns at first point of contact and escalate where necessary.

Maintain strict confidentiality.

Comply with GDPR and practice

policies.

Always ensure secure handling of patient information.

Complete mandatory Information Governance training.

Comply with health and safety

policies.

Report hazards and incidents promptly.

Maintain a safe and tidy reception environment.

Work collaboratively with clinical and

administrative staff.

Attend meetings and training sessions.

Provide cover for colleagues during periods of absence where

appropriate.

Support the practice in achieving its objectives and delivering

high-quality patient care

Cambridge Avenue & Messingham Medical Centre is a high-achieving, forward-thinking practice that fosters a positive and inclusive workplace. We are a teaching and training practice, committed to professional development and continuous learning.

Our clinical team includes

  • 5 GP partners and 4 salaried GPs
  • 3 Advanced nurse practitioners (ANPs) plus, 2 trainees ANP`s
  • Advanced Practice Nurse
  • Practice nurse`s and 2 healthcare assistants (HCAs)

  • A welcoming and supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for career development and further training
  • A competitive salary
  • The option to join the NHS pension scheme
  • Free staff parking
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Healthy Workplace Scheme (Bronze)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in Healthcare, namely primary care would be an advantage but not essential
  • Experience of Reception / front of house
  • Experience in all Microsoft Office Programs
  • Experience of working in a fast paced environment
  • Experience of providing excellent customer service
  • Good attention to detail/work on own initiative whilst adhering to policies/procedures

Desirable: - Experience of working in primary care/GP practice.; - Experience of SystmOne Healthcare Primary Care system

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

9 October 2026

Last checked

9 October 2026

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

About the employer

CAM
Cambridge Avenue Medical Centre

NHS organisation

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