Receptionist

Spectrum Health Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Part-time role (3 days)

Job summary

Templeogue Medical Centre is seeking a friendly, professional receptionist to be the first point of contact for patients. The role involves managing calls, bookings, check-ins, and maintaining confidential patient records at the Dublin surgery.

Part-time hours (3 days/week, 3pm–6pm) with potential morning extensions; immediate start in Templeogue, Dublin. Training and supportive GP team environment offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in reception or admin preferred (medical setting advantageous).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisation and multitasking.
• Basic IT and telephone system skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

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 and up-to-date patient records with confidentiality.
• Provide excellent communication between patients, staff, and external providers.
• Support day-to-day reception operations and assist with ad-hoc duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic IT

Confidentiality

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