Medical Receptionist

JR United Kingdom; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom is looking for a Medical Receptionist to join the Essex Private Doctors team in Brentwood. This role involves being the first point of contact for patients, managing appointments, and supporting administrative tasks in a busy healthcare environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and be well-versed in IT systems, all while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

On-site staff parking

Overtime for Saturdays (paid at 1.5x)

Qualifications

• Excellent spoken and written English is essential.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and check in patients and visitors.
• Manage appointments and answer calls professionally.
• Support doctors with admin, prescriptions, and clinical tasks.

Skills

Empathetic communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Positive attitude

Tools

Semble

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

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? We’re Hiring – Medical Receptionist | Essex Private Doctors | Brentwood

Are you friendly, organised, and calm under pressure? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where quality and compassion go hand in hand?

Essex Private Doctors, a growing private GP and menopause clinic in Brentwood, is looking for a Receptionist to join our exceptional team. As the first point of contact, you’ll play a vital role in delivering a seamless and supportive experience for our patients—from their first enquiry to ongoing care.

? What You’ll Do

• Welcome and check in patients and visitors
• Manage appointments using Semble
• Answer calls and emails professionally and promptly
• Verify patient ID, process payments, and update records
• Support doctors with admin, prescriptions, and clinical tasks
• Maintain a tidy, calm and organised reception area
• Uphold high standards of confidentiality, infection control, and patient care
• Assist with stock control, audits, and chaperoning

What We’re Looking For

• Warm, empathetic communicator with excellent spoken/written English
• Confident with IT systems (Semble, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office)
• Calm, organised, discreet, and detail-focused
• A true team player with a positive, “can do” attitude
• Experience in a healthcare setting is an advantage
• Mon: 10:00–18:00 | Tues: 11:30–19:30
• Wed/Thurs: 10:00–18:00 | Fri: 07:45–15:45
• One Saturday morning in three: 07:45–12:45
• Monthly team meeting: Thurs, 18:00–19:00
• Flexibility and holiday cover are essential.

? Salary & Benefits

• Overtime for Saturdays (paid at 1.5x)
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (increases with service)
• On-site staff parking
• Enhanced DBS required

? Location: Essex Private Doctors, 57 Crown Street, Brentwood CM14 4BD

• This is an on-site role – remote working is not available.