Patient Administrator - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract - Circle Health Group

Circle Health Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Family Discounts

Life Insurance

Staff wellbeing resources

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Integrated Care Bedford is seeking a Patient Administrator for a 6‑month fixed term contract. The role is 37.5 hours per week, with a flexible shift pattern and full‑time on‑site work.

Salary is up to £29,936 per year, aligned with experience and qualifications. The successful candidate will support the patient journey, handle bookings and queries, manage mail, and uphold health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at A-C or equivalent.
• Proficient in PC use and standard software/systems.
• Basic financial awareness.
• Prior admin experience in private healthcare is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth running of the patient admin process throughout the patient journey.
• Follow Circle Health Group best practice process maps for a professional service to patients, visitors, consultants and staff.
• Handle all patient queries promptly and professionally.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail.
• Approve electronic bookings and update bookings received by email.
• Maintain Health and Safety knowledge and apply relevant measures for patients, relatives, staff and contractors.
• Complete relevant mandatory training as required.

Skills

GCSE English & Maths

PC & software proficient

Basic financial awareness

Education

Maths and English GCSE (A-C) or equivalent

Job description

Patient Administrator - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

37.5 Hours & Permanent

Salary: Up to £29,936.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification.)

Overview

Patient Administrator - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Circle Integrated Care - Bedford

37.5 Hours & Permanent

Salary: Up to £29,936.00 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification.)

Circle Integrated Care is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for an Patient Administrator to join their team of staff in the Administration department.

This is a full time role for 37.5 hours a week. The role holder will be required to cover a flexible shift pattern.

Duties Of This Role Include

• Contribute to the smooth running of the patient administrative process throughout the patient journey.
• Ensure the Circle Health Group best practice process maps are followed, to provide an efficient, professional and standard service to all patients, visitors, consultants and staff.
• Ensure All patient queries are dealt with efficiently and professionally.
• To manage all incoming and outgoing mail.
• Approve electronic bookings received via the relevant system and update any booking received via email.
• Maintain knowledge of Health and Safety at Work Act. Ensuring appropriate measures are taken in respect of Health and Safety for patients, relatives, visitors, hospital staff and contractors.
• You comply with all relevant mandatory training.

Applicants Should Meet The Following Criteria

• Maths, English GCSE at grades A to C or equivalent functional skills level 2 evidence
• Proficient in the use of a PC, including the use of software and systems
• Basic financial awareness
• Previous administration experience in a private healthcare environment would be beneficial.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
• Private Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Non-contributory life insurance
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
• Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
• Employee recognition programmes
• Industry leading training and development opportunities

…and much more!

Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce offering inclusive opportunities for all our colleagues. Our definition of diversity goes beyond the established characteristics protected by the Equality Act, as we strive to attract candidates with diverse experiences, backgrounds, identities or expressions, skills, work styles…and more.

We’re passionate about creating an environment where our people can thrive, grow and develop professionally and personally. Our principles and values guide our colleagues to be selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative and are at the core of our purpose and culture.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy