Receptionist

NHS Professionals; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is looking for a temporary Receptionist for 2 months. The role involves welcoming visitors, managing calls, and maintaining admin calendars in a hospital setting. Required qualifications include a Level 3 vocational qualification or relevant experience, along with strong IT and communication skills. This position offers competitive pay and various benefits including shift management flexibility and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Training and development opportunities

Build holiday allowance for every shift

Qualifications

• Evidence of vocational Level 3 qualification or at least 2 years relevant experience.
• Reception and admin experience.
• Excellent IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and answer calls professionally.
• Manage admin calendar and book meetings.
• Maintain and create Excel spreadsheets.

Skills

Excellent IT skills

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Reception and admin experience

Education

Vocational Level 3 qualification or 2 years relevant experience

Job description

Job Title: Receptionist

Location: Elmleigh Hospital, Havant, Hampshire PO9 2JJ

Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8.00am - 2.30pm

Trust Location: Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS Trust

Role type: Temporary for 2 months with possibility of extension

Reference: 86272

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors in a kind, professional manner and answer and transfer calls, take messages, ensuring credibility of visitors/agency staff by carrying out basic security measures.
• Distribution of unit keys and programme door fobs.
• Book meetings and patient visits and arrange patient transport.
• Manage admin calendar.
• Liaise with outside agencies.
• Maintain and create Excel spreadsheets.
• Photocopy, scan and print documents.
• Receive and send confidential information via email, telephone, letter or in person, involving patients, their relatives and staff.
• Manage post.

Qualifications and Experience

• Evidence of vocational Level 3 qualification or at least 2 years relevant experience.
• Reception and admin experience.
• Excellent IT skills.
• NHS experience & Mental Health experience (desirable).
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

What you will learn

1. An in‑depth understanding of the roles and responsibilities involved in working within the NHS.
2. Knowledge of the systems used, to effectively complete your role to the highest standard at all times.
3. A sense of teamwork, gained through working alongside and supporting colleagues from all levels, within the organisation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates – work this week, get paid next week.
• Essential support when you need it – 24/7 365 days; call us anytime.
• Multi‑locational work across neighbouring Trusts.
• Manage your shifts and timesheets on the go – access your My Bank shift portal anywhere, online or through your smartphone.
• Varied working options to suit your lifestyle – access to the Bank gives you options of ad‑hoc shifts or longer‑term placements.
• Training and development opportunities – keep up with the essentials and more.
• Build holiday allowance for every shift you work – your work‑life balance is important to us.
• Stakeholder pension scheme available – a flexible future for you and yours.

Who are NHS Professionals?

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Equal Opportunities Statement

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Disclaimer

Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Job Types: Part‑time, Temporary

Contract length: 2 months

Work Location: In person