Medical Receptionist
| Posting date: | 15 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.40 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £12.40 an hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 September 2025 |
| Location: | Cramlington, NE23 6US |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A2163-25-0002 |
Summary
Reception Welcome visitors and handle telephone calls in a professional manner. Make and manage appointments using SystmOne, ensuring patient needs are prioritised appropriately. Complete all front desk tasks accurately and in a timely fashion. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Tasks Follow practice protocols for logging and running patient requests. Data Entry (with training) Follow up and investigate items requiring further action. Direct clinical data to relevant teams with clear guidance on expected outcomes. Ad Hoc Duties Undertake any additional tasks reasonably requested by the Partners or Management Team.Communication The post-holder will: Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues. Adapt communication methods to meet the needs of individual patients. Recognise the importance of teamwork and contribute positively to team communication.Quality The post-holder will: Maintain quality and safety standards within the practice. Alert colleagues to issues relating to quality or risk. Take accountability for their own performance and actions. Contribute to team effectiveness by reflecting on activities and suggesting improvements. Work collaboratively with external agencies to meet patient needs. Manage their own time, workload, and resources effectively.