Receptionist - Immediate Start

Confidential; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Leadenhall, London is seeking an experienced Receptionist to provide holiday cover in a fast-paced GP surgery. You will be the first point of contact for patients, delivering a professional, welcoming service from day one.

The role involves handling appointments, answering calls, updating patient records and supporting the clinical and administrative teams. Excellent communication, organisational skills and familiarity with medical practice systems and Microsoft Office are

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Receptionist in a GP surgery, medical practice or similar healthcare setting.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Professional and friendly manner with strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming patients and visitors to the practice.
• Answering incoming calls and responding to enquiries.
• Booking, amending and cancelling appointments.
• Checking patients in for appointments.
• Managing patient records and updating information accurately.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Medical software

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

We're recruiting on behalf of a busy medical practice in Leadenhall seeking an experienced Receptionist to provide immediate holiday cover.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous medical practice reception experience who can confidently step into a fast-paced environment and provide a professional, welcoming service to patients from day one.

The Role

As the first point of contact for patients, you'll be responsible for ensuring the reception runs smoothly while delivering a high standard of customer service. You'll be handling appointments, managing enquiries and supporting the wider practice team with day-to-day administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming patients and visitors to the practice
• Answering incoming telephone calls and responding to enquiries
• Booking, amending and cancelling appointments
• Checking patients in for appointments
• Managing patient records and updating information accurately
• Handling general administrative tasks and correspondence
• Supporting the clinical and administrative teams as required

About You

To be considered, you'll have previous experience working as a Receptionist within a GP surgery, medical practice or similar healthcare setting.

You'll also have:

• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A professional and friendly manner
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to remain calm in a busy environment
• Confidence using medical practice systems and Microsoft Office

Assignment Details

• Location: Leadenhall, London
• Pay: 15.00 - 18.00 per hour

If you're an experienced Receptionist, we'd love to hear from you.