Receptionist / Administrator
St. Albans Medical Group
Gateshead, NE10 9QGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£12.71
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
4 November 2026
12 days leftIn plain English
What this job actually involves
You will greet patients, answer phones and handle paperwork for a busy GP practice. The role is part‑time, covering shifts between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm. It suits friendly people who enjoy helping others and are comfortable using a computer.
What you'll need
- Be approachable and able to talk clearly with patients and staff
- Have good keyboard typing skills and basic computer knowledge
- Keep patient information private at all times
- Be able to work flexible part‑time hours within 7:30 am‑6:30 pm
- Communicate politely on the phone and in person
How to boost your chances
- Practice typing to improve speed and accuracy before the interview
- Think of examples where you helped a customer or patient and be ready to share them
- Make sure you understand data protection rules like GDPR and can explain them
- Dress neatly and arrive a few minutes early for any interview
- Bring references or a letter from a previous employer who can vouch for your reliability
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Job description
The Receptionist/Administrator will work as part of our friendly Reception/Admin team - post will be part-time to work between 7.30am - 6.30pm You wil...
The successful candidate must be understanding and approachable to patients and other team members.
The post-holder will be expected to have well-developed keyboard skills.
TheReceptionistmust be able to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
You will clearly understand the importance of maintaining patient and data confidentiality.
To provide a high quality, professional reception and administrative service to patients, doctors, staff, colleagues, health services professionals and others.
We are a forward thinking friendly team of over 20 staff, with partners, salaried GP's, Nurse Practitioners, Practice nurses, HCA's and a full reception and administrative support team.
Qualifications
Essential: - Basic IT skills
Desirable: - Well developed keyboard skills
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
21 October 2026
Last checked
23 October 2026
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