Receptionist/Care Navigator

NHS

  • Leigh-on-Sea, Essex
  • £12.21 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 16 days ago
The Pall Mall Surgery has an opportunity for an enthusiastic and proactive receptionist to join our team on a part-time basis for 15 hours per week, working 8am - 1pm on Monday, Thursday and Friday.The receptionist plays a pivotal role in the experience of patients at our practice, helping them to access the right services and dealing with their queries face-to-face, online and by telephone. General practice is a challenging environment that requires a calm and caring approach with the ability to work under pressure. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated team player who has customer service/patient experience and offers excellent communication skills.Main duties of the job
  • Greeting and directing all patients.
  • Supporting the triage doctor
  • Making appointments.
  • Answering queries from patients and outside agencies, signposting to the appropriate staff member as appropriate.
  • Accepting, issuing and handing out prescriptions, letters, completed forms, specimen bottles, etc.
  • Advising patients of practice procedures.
  • Registering new patients.
About usThe Pall Mall Surgery is a large, modern GMS training practice operating from a contemporary health centre in Leigh On Sea which in 2022 was voted the best place to live in Essex. The town has excellent transport links, with two separate train lines into London. The practice is popular in its locality and supports 21,500 patients from birth to end-of-life care. We are proud to hold our CQC rating of Good in all areas. We are looking for an outstanding individual to join our wonderful team, to share knowledge and experience.The practice shares a wealth of experience from GPs, physician associates, nurse practitioners, frailty team, ECPs, nurses, associate practitioners, HCAs and our phlebotomists. We also have a large, knowledgeable administration team, who work closely with our clinical team providing excellent patient care, along with a dedicated and supportive work environment. We are inclusive of ideas, which makes working here enjoyable and fulfilling.We operate a total triage system at the surgery, which enables us to make quick decisions about patient care and outcomes, ensuring the most appropriate appointment is given to each patient based on symptoms. We offer face-to-face (15-minute) appointments and telephone consultations (10 minutes).If you are interested in joining us, please feel free to contact our Operations Manager - Ellie White: ellie.white2@nhs.net
  • NHS Pension Scheme
  • Annual Leave: minimum 25 days FTE
DetailsDate posted19 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£12.21 an hourContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number28898Job locations1st Floor, Leigh Primary Care Centre918 London RoadLeigh on SeaEssexSS9 3NGJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesIf you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesIf you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
  • Ability to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients and colleagues at all times.
  • Experience of working with the general public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situations.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Strong IT and administration skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Some flexibility is required, as you will sometimes need to work additional or alternative hours to cover for colleagues.
Desirable
  • Previous medical or healthcare receptionist experience is desirable.
Person SpecificationExperienceEssential
  • Ability to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients and colleagues at all times.
  • Experience of working with the general public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situations.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Strong IT and administration skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Some flexibility is required, as you will sometimes need to work additional or alternative hours to cover for colleagues.
Desirable
  • Previous medical or healthcare receptionist experience is desirable.

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