An opportunity has arisen for a medical receptionist to join our friendly and supportive surgery team.Main duties of the jobThe successful candidate will enjoy working with people and be able to maintain a calm and professional approach whilst working in a busy and intense environment.Excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills are essential.About usThe post is for 20 hours per week and the successful candidate will need to be flexible to provide additional cover in the event of colleague absence.We offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement, and our staff are eligible for the NHS pension scheme.DetailsDate posted01 September 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference numberA1537-25-0001Job locationsRobert StreetWillitonTauntonSomersetTA4 4QEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo provide reception and administration duties for the practice, dealing with incoming enquiries by telephone and in person in a polite and efficient manner. As the central point of contact at our practice, our receptionists are required to give a positive and friendly welcome to patients, their families and carers, visitors, and colleagues. Duties will include, but are not limited to greeting and directing patients, booking appointments, patient registration, liaising with external agencies such as secondary and community care providers, and conducting general administrative tasks for our practice team. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo provide reception and administration duties for the practice, dealing with incoming enquiries by telephone and in person in a polite and efficient manner. As the central point of contact at our practice, our receptionists are required to give a positive and friendly welcome to patients, their families and carers, visitors, and colleagues. Duties will include, but are not limited to greeting and directing patients, booking appointments, patient registration, liaising with external agencies such as secondary and community care providers, and conducting general administrative tasks for our practice team.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
GCSE English and Mathematics - Grade A* to D, 9 to 3 or equivalent
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Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
GCSE English and Mathematics - Grade A* to D, 9 to 3 or equivalent
