Medical Receptionist/Admin Supervisor

Nhs Scotland; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Good annual leave entitlement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Urban Practice in Aberdeen is seeking an Admin Supervisor to provide day-to-day supervision and support to reception and administrative staff, ensuring workloads are managed and patients receive an excellent standard of service.

Working closely with the Practice Manager, you will coordinate operational activities, support staff development, contribute to service improvement initiatives and act as a key point of contact for operational queries, helping to maintain a busy, patient-centred

Qualifications

• Experience supervising or leading a team.
• Highly organised with strong prioritisation.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Problem-solving mindset in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to delivering outstanding customer service.
• Willing to contribute to a positive workplace culture.
• Experience in general practice, healthcare or similar setting (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting reception and administrative staff
• Coordinating workloads and maintaining efficient practice operations
• Assisting with staff training, induction and development
• Supporting the management of patient enquiries, concerns and complaints
• Monitoring workflows, performance and service standards
• Contributing to quality improvement, compliance and governance activities
• Providing operational leadership and Duty Manager cover when required

Skills

Team supervision

Highly organised

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Positive culture

Healthcare setting

Job description

7 Rubislaw Place ABERDEEN AB10 1QB

About Us:

We are a friendly, patient-centred GP Practice committed to delivering high-quality primary care to our local community. Our ethos is built on a supportive and collaborative working environment where patient care and professional development go hand in hand.

• Serving approximately 8,500 patients
• Team includes:
• 5 GP Partners
• 3 Salaried GPs
• 2 Practice Nurse
• 1 Chronic Disease Nurses
• 2 Healthcare Assistants
• Pharmacy team
• First Contact Physiotherapist
• Supported by an experienced administrative team
• Day-to-day operations overseen by the Practice Manager and Assistant Practice Manager

About the Role:

As Admin Supervisor, you will provide day-to-day supervision and support to reception and administrative staff, helping to ensure that workloads are managed effectively and patients receive an excellent standard of service.

Working closely with the Assistant Practice Manager and Practice Manager, you will coordinate operational activities, support staff development, assist with service improvement initiatives, and act as a key point of contact for operational queries.

What were looking for:

Are you an experienced administrator with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer service?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Admin Supervisor to support the day-to-day management of our busy reception and administrative team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, leading people, and helping to deliver high-quality services to patients.

• Has experience supervising or leading a team
• Is highly organised and able to prioritise effectively
• Has excellent communication and people skills
• Enjoys problem-solving and working in a fast-paced environment
• Is committed to delivering outstanding customer service
• Wants to contribute to a positive and supportive workplace culture
• Has experience within general practice, healthcare or a similar setting (desirable but not essential)

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervising and supporting reception and administrative staff
• Coordinating workloads and maintaining efficient practice operations
• Assisting with staff training, induction and development
• Supporting the management of patient enquiries, concerns and complaints
• Monitoring workflows, performance and service standards
• Contributing to quality improvement, compliance and governance activities
• Providing operational leadership and Duty Manager cover when required

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys people management, problem-solving and service improvement. Working closely with the Office Manager and Practice Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day running of reception and administrative services, ensuring patients receive a high-quality, efficient and professional service.

What We Offer

• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• The chance to make a real difference to patient services
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme
• Good annual leave entitlement

Urban Practice