Receptionist

Spectrum Primary Care; Dublin; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time hours

Supportive GP surgery

Patient-focused service

Job summary

Templeogue Medical Centre in Templeogue, Dublin, seeks an organised and friendly Receptionist to be the first point of contact for patients. You will manage bookings, check-ins, and general admin in a busy GP surgery, ensuring smooth front-desk operations and discreet handling of personal information.

The role offers part-time hours with a 3:00pm–6:00pm shift and may require additional morning sessions. You’ll work as part of a supportive team committed to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Experience in front desk or medical reception preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Basic IT and telephone system skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Reliable and flexible with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Answer incoming phone calls in a polite and professional manner.
• Welcome and assist patients attending the surgery.
• Manage appointment bookings and patient check-ins.
• Handle filing, record keeping, and general administrative tasks.
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with confidentiality policies.
• Provide excellent communication between patients, staff, and external providers.
• Support day-to-day reception operations and assist with ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills

Reception experience

Communication

Organisation

IT basics

Confidentiality

Reliability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who are we?

Templeogue Medical Centre is a primary care centre owned by Dr Ahmed Ajina

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a friendly, professional, and organised Receptionist to join Dr Ajina’s surgery. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for our patients and will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the surgery’s reception area.

Hours and location:

Location: 1A Orwell Park Heights, Templeogue, Dublin, D6W AD14

Flexibility is required, Monday-Sunday

Hours: minimum 9 hours per week

Shift is as follows: 3:00pm-6pm

Start date: Immediate start:

Key Responsibilities

• Answer incoming phone calls in a polite and professional manner, directing queries as appropriate.
• Welcome and assist patients attending the surgery.
• Manage appointment bookings and patient check-ins.
• Handle filing, record keeping, and general administrative tasks.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with confidentiality policies.
• Provide excellent communication between patients, staff, and external providers.
• Support the day-to-day reception operations and assist with ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills & Requirements

• Previous reception or administrative experience preferred (medical setting an advantage).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a friendly, professional manner.
• Good organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Basic IT and telephone system skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Reliable and flexible with a proactive approach to work.

Hours & Benefits

• Part-time: 3 days per week, 3pm – 6pm. (hours may extend to morning sessions)
• Supportive working environment within a respected GP surgery.
• Opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of a patient-focused healthcare service.

Reports to: Dr Ahmad Ajina