Medical Administrator

Integrated Care System; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A friendly medical practice in Wilmslow seeks a full-time Medical Administrator to enhance patient services. The candidate will manage prescription requests, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while supporting a high-volume workload with meticulous attention to detail. Prior healthcare experience and knowledge of Medical Terminology are essential. The role emphasizes independence and proactive problem-solving within a supportive team environment, contributing to the overall smooth operation of a long-established practice.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Good health and attendance record.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.

Responsibilities

• Administer the efficient, patient-friendly, repeat/non-repeat prescribing system.
• Process prescription requests accurately and promptly.
• Act as a point of contact for patients and colleagues regarding prescriptions.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Medical Terminology understanding

Job description

We are looking for a full-time Medical Administrator to join our busy but friendly Practice in Wilmslow.

As part of our Admin team, you would be expected to provide an excellent service to our patients.

You need to be well motivated and friendly with good people skills, enjoy working in a busy environment, and being part of a team. You will be able to communicate clearly and effectively, showing understanding, care, and assertiveness when appropriate.

Experience of working in healthcare and a good understanding of Medical Terminology is essential, along with the ability to be proactive and work under your own initiative.

In-house training and continuing support will be provided.

The hours of work are preferably full-time (we would consider job share).

Potential start ASAP

The closing date for applications is Friday 5th September 2025

Please contact Fiona McDermott, Assistant Practice Manager, on

01625 532244 or email [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

Job Summary: Medical Administrator Role.

To provide a wide range of general administration support to ensure the smooth running of the practice.

Job description:

• Administer the efficient, patient-friendly, repeat/non-repeat prescribing system.
• Process prescription requests accurately and promptly via EMIS Access, patient messages, written requests, pharmacy requests, and postal requests.
• Be a point of contact for patients, pharmacists, nursing home staff, and colleagues regarding prescriptions.
• Scan and process electronic and paper documents as required.
• Process insurance and medical records requests.
• Check and process emails.
• Read code clinical documents.
• Summarise medical records.
• Process deductions.
• Complete all online training annually.

This role involves a high-volume workload and requires great attention to detail and accuracy at all times. It is vital for the smooth and safe operation of the Practice.

About us

Kenmore Medical Centre has been serving the Wilmslow community for over 60 years and is a long-established training practice. We are actively involved in the Primary Care Network and are affiliated with Manchester Medical School for undergraduate education and Health Education England for GP Registrar Training.

We have 12,500 patients and enjoy a good reputation in Wilmslow. We are a high-achieving practice following an innovative, patient-centered care model. Staff are well supported with in-house appraisals, mentoring, and postural care.

We were recently awarded a gold award by the LGBT Foundation.

Job responsibilities

See above for detailed responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

• Good health and attendance record.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good record-keeping skills.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload.
• Understanding of confidentiality.
• Keyboard skills.
• Understanding of Medical Terminology.
• Confidence to work alone.
• Proactive and able to work independently.
• Calm and highly organised.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order 1975). A disclosure must be made to check for any criminal convictions.