Swarland Avenue Surgery

Medical Receptionist

The closing date is 22 March 2026

Job summary

We are seeking a friendly, organised and reliable Medical Receptionist to join our busy and supportive GP practice team. This is a patient-facing role at the heart of the practice, providing high-quality reception and administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of services.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a calm and professional manner, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Main duties of the job

  • Welcoming patients and visitors in a professional and courteous manner
  • Managing incoming telephone calls and online queries
  • Booking, amending and cancelling appointments using the clinical system
  • Processing prescription requests in line with practice protocols
  • Handling patient information confidentially and in accordance with GDPR
  • Scanning, filing and maintaining accurate patient records
  • Liaising with clinicians and the wider practice team
  • Supporting administrative tasks to ensure efficient practice operations

About us

Swarland Avenue Surgery is a small, friendly and well-established GP practice. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality patient care in a supportive and inclusive environment.

We are committed to staff wellbeing, professional development, and fostering a positive team culture.

Details

Date posted

05 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1326-26-0002

Job locations

Swarland Avenue Surgery

2 Swarland Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE7 7TH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see main duties of the job above.

Please use application to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria for this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see main duties of the job above.

Please use application to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria for this role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • - Previous experience in a customer service or reception role.
  • - Understanding of confidentiality and data protection.

Desirable

  • - Previous experience working in a GP practice or NHS setting.
  • - Knowledge of SystmOne.
  • - Understanding of medical terminology.

Additional Skills

Essential

  • - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • - Good IT skills and ability to learn new systems.
  • - Ability to prioritise workload and remain calm under pressure.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • - Previous experience in a customer service or reception role.
  • - Understanding of confidentiality and data protection.

Desirable

  • - Previous experience working in a GP practice or NHS setting.
  • - Knowledge of SystmOne.
  • - Understanding of medical terminology.

Additional Skills

Essential

  • - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • - Good IT skills and ability to learn new systems.
  • - Ability to prioritise workload and remain calm under pressure.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Swarland Avenue Surgery

Address

Swarland Avenue Surgery

2 Swarland Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE7 7TH


Employer's website

http://swarlandavenuesurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Swarland Avenue Surgery

Address

Swarland Avenue Surgery

2 Swarland Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE7 7TH


Employer's website

http://swarlandavenuesurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Operations Manager

Mrs Lisa Smith

lisa.smith258@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

05 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1326-26-0002

Job locations

Swarland Avenue Surgery

2 Swarland Avenue

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE7 7TH


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