Medical Receptionist/ Administrator

NHS Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Edinburgh is looking for an enthusiastic Medical Receptionist/Administrator to join their team. This role includes handling patient inquiries, processing prescriptions, and managing appointments in a busy GP practice. Candidates should have excellent communication and IT skills. The position offers a salary range of £25,694 to £27,900, with training available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience in a patient or customer-facing role is essential.
• Ability to work in a busy and unpredictable environment.
• Uphold patient confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Handle patients at reception and over the phone.
• Process prescriptions and mail.
• Book and cancel appointments.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

IT skills

Ability to work under pressure

Customer service experience

Tools

EMIS

Docman

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Medical Receptionist/ Administrator, Edinburgh

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NHS Scotland

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Anchor Mill Medical Practice,4 Saucel Cres,Paisley PA1 1UB

Anchor Mill Medical Practice is a large, busy and friendly training Practice in Paisley.

We are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic and reliable Receptionist/Administration Assistant to join our team. 37.5 hours a week over 4 or 5 days, between the hours of 8.30 6.00, Monday to Friday. There is currently scope for negotiation on how the hours are worked. Salary Scale £25,694 pa to £27.900 pa, the starting salary will be dependent on experience.

This role requires excellent communication and IT skills as well as previous experience in a patient or customer facing role. You must be able to work under pressure, adapt in busy and unpredictable situations whilst upholding patient confidentiality at all times. Previous experience in a GP or healthcare setting and with GP computer systems (EMIS and Docman) is desirable. However, full training will be provided to the right candidate. The role will include dealing with patients at reception and over the telephone, processing prescriptions and mail, booking and cancelling appointments, signposting patients to the appropriate service, phoning hospitals, other services and many other administrative duties.

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to Lynn Mulraney, Practice Manager at .

Anchor Mill Medical Practice,4 Saucel Cres,Paisley PA1 1UB

Anchor Mill Medical Practice is a large, busy and friendly training Practice in Paisley.

We are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic and reliable Receptionist/Administration Assistant to join our team. 37.5 hours a week over 4 or 5 days, between the hours of 8.30 6.00, Monday to Friday. There is currently scope for negotiation on how the hours are worked. Salary Scale £25,694 pa to £27.900 pa, the starting salary will be dependent on experience.

This role requires excellent communication and IT skills as well as previous experience in a patient or customer facing role. You must be able to work under pressure, adapt in busy and unpredictable situations whilst upholding patient confidentiality at all times. Previous experience in a GP or healthcare setting and with GP computer systems (EMIS and Docman) is desirable. However, full training will be provided to the right candidate. The role will include dealing with patients at reception and over the telephone, processing prescriptions and mail, booking and cancelling appointments, signposting patients to the appropriate service, phoning hospitals, other services and many other administrative duties.

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to Lynn Mulraney, Practice Manager at .

CLOSING DATE Monday 25th August 2025. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis as suitable candidates are identified. Please note only successful applicants will be contacted for interview Anchor Mill Medical Practice - 4 Saucel Crescent, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 1UB - Urban Practice