Senior Medical Receptionist

Butler Family Practice; Perth; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Butler Family Practice in Perth is seeking a Senior Medical Receptionist to lead front-desk operations and support a busy clinical team. You will coordinate appointments, recalls and patient communications while maintaining confidential records and ensuring a welcoming patient experience.

With experience in general practice, you will guide junior reception staff, handle Medicare billing and practice banking, and work closely with the Practice Manager to optimise workflows and maintain high

Qualifications

• Previous medical reception experience in general practice.
• Senior administration or team-lead experience in a clinic.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the reception area.
• Provide senior-level support and guidance to reception staff.
• Coordinate patient appointments, recalls and follow-ups.
• Manage patient inquiries, bookings and correspondence.
• Support doctors and clinical staff with administrative tasks.
• Assist with rostering and workflow coordination.
• Maintain accurate patient records and confidentiality.

Skills

Medical reception

Team leadership

Medical terminology

Medicare billing

Organisation

Tools

Best Practice software

Job description

Join Our Team | Senior Medical Receptionist

We are seeking an experienced, organised and motivated Senior Medical Receptionist to join our friendly and professional medical practices in Butler and Merriwa.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced medical receptionist who enjoys taking initiative, supporting a busy clinical team and helping ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of a medical practice.

Working closely with the Practice Manager, the Senior Medical Receptionist will play an important role in coordinating front-of-house operations, supporting reception staff and delivering an exceptional experience for patients, doctors and other healthcare professionals.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Practice Manager, your responsibilities will include:

Overseeing the daily operations of the reception area.

Providing senior-level support and guidance to medical reception staff.

Coordinating patient appointments, recalls and follow-ups.

Managing patient enquiries, bookings and correspondence.

Supporting doctors and clinical staff with administrative requirements.

Assisting with staff rostering and workflow coordination

Maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring confidentiality.

Monitoring reception procedures and identifying opportunities for improvement.

Assisting with Medicare billing, EFTPOS transactions and private billing.

Managing patient concerns and escalating issues appropriately.

Supporting the Practice Manager with administrative duties and operational projects.

Ensuring a welcoming, efficient and professional environment for patients and staff.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Previous experience in a medical reception role, preferably in general practice.

Demonstrated experience in a senior medical administration or team leader position.

Strong knowledge of medical terminology and general practice workflows.

Experience handling patient accounts and practice banking

Experience with Best Practice medical practice software and Medicare billing.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.

A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

Confidence supporting and guiding other reception team members.

A professional, friendly and patient-focused approach.

A high level of discretion and understanding of patient confidentiality.

CPR certificate

What We Offer

An opportunity to take on a senior role within a supportive medical practice.

Direct working relationship with the Practice Manager.

A varied and rewarding position with opportunities to contribute to practice operations.

A friendly and collaborative working environment.

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patient experience and team performance.

The Opportunity

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, demonstrates leadership through their actions and enjoys being a key support person within a medical practice.

If you are an experienced medical receptionist ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Position: Senior Medical Receptionist
Reporting to: Practice Manager
Employment Type: Part time
Location: Butler Family Practice & Merriwa GP
Remuneration: Competitive salary, based on experience

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