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 leftJob 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
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