Medical Receptionist

Old School Surgery; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Crowborough is seeking a part-time receptionist. Responsibilities include greeting patients, booking appointments, and handling administrative tasks. Ideal candidates should have experience in a similar role, a compassionate attitude, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a pay of £12.21 per hour with flexible working hours including some evenings and weekends.

Benefits

Company pension

Employee discount

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role, preferably within a healthcare setting.
• Essential knowledge of computer systems and software applications.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Greeting patients and effectively triaging telephone calls.
• Booking appointments and handling prescriptions.
• Performing general administrative duties.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Ability to manage tasks

Knowledge of basic computer systems

Job description

Overview

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Greeting patients and visitors professionally and warmly, answering and triaging telephone calls, ensuring the reception area is clean, organised and adhering to confidentiality and data protection policies.
• You will be booking appointments for patients and handing out prescriptions, dealing with prescription enquires for patients and completing the relevant paperwork.
• Other duties include scanning paperwork, answering emails, dealing with referrals and general admin duties.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role, preferably within a healthcare setting is desirable but full training will be offered for the role.
• Knowledge of computer systems and basic software applications is essential.
• The ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously is required.
• Also essential is a compassionate and patient focused attitude and the flexibility to work varied shifts, including some evenings and weekends as needed.

Job Details

• Job Type: Part-time
• Pay: 12.21 per hour
• Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week
• Work Location: In person

Benefits

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Application

• Application deadline: 04/10/2025
• Expected start date: 20/10/2025