Medical Receptionist

Job summary

The practice currently has a full-time vacancy for an experienced medical receptionist, working 37 hours over 5 days. You will need to be flexible and be able to work mornings and afternoon shifts, between 7.30am and 6.30pm. You may also be required to provide cover for sickness and holidays at short notice.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an intelligent, self-motivated person with a sunny disposition to join our busy well-organised team. Previous primary care experience is preferred. The successful applicant must be computer literate, possess excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Attention to detail and adhering to strict confidentiality policies are essential at all times. A knowledge of EMIS Web will be a great advantage.

The applicant would be based in the reception team dealing with patients and their queries, answering the telephone, inputting data, and other general reception duties. Some admin duties may also be required. The position can be very demanding and fast paced at times so an ability to adapt and learn new skills quickly and easily and to prioritise workload are essential.

Common sense and a good sense of humour are essential. You will be required to attend training courses and practice meetings.

About us

North Shore Surgery is a large,modern, forward thinking training practice based in North Blackpool. We have 5 GP's, 3 Advanced Practitioners, 7 skilled Practice Nurses as well as HCA's, Practice Pharmacists and a Paramedic.

We also benefit from being part of the North Primary Care Network, sharing further skills in our team of care co-ordinators, first contact practitioners, pharmacists, social prescribers, GP Assistants and a Digital Lead.