Lea Wharf Medical

Call Handler

The closing date is 30 May 2026

Job summary

Job Overview: Lea wharf Medical are looking for 2 Call Handler/ Front of House staff to work within our expanding team. We are seeking dedicated individuals to assist in the efficient handling and management of incoming patient calls. As a Call Handler, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our incoming patient communication. you will also be involved in front of house where you will be required to communicate with patients and assist their needs.

Main duties of the job

Duties:

- Handle incoming Telephone calls- Navigate patients to the correct care pathways- Collaborate with team members to provide high quality patient care- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.- Follow safety protocols and procedures at all times.

Requirements:- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients.- Ability to work independently- Passion for providing exceptional service and attention to detail.- Patient and understanding demeanour when faced with challenges.- Approachable attitude towards patients

Desired Skills:- Previous experience in a similar role is a plus.- Familiarity with handling incoming communications- Flexibility to adapt to changing work demands.- Willingness to learn new processes and procedures.

- Professional telephone manner

-Work well under pressure

Patient Reception

  • Greeting patients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner.

  • Checking patients in for appointments.

  • Assisting patients with queries about appointments, services, or procedures.

  • Ensuring the waiting area is organised and welcoming.

About us

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Call Handler, apply now to be part of our dynamic team. We offer a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued, with potential for growth within the organization.

Details

Date posted

09 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.50 an hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A5895-26-0000

Job locations

17 Bircherley Green

Hertford

SG14 1BN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Lea wharf Medical are looking for a Call Handlers to work within our expanding team. We are seeking a dedicated individuals to assist in the efficient handling and management of incoming patient calls. As a Call Handler, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our incoming patient communication.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lea wharf Medical are looking for a Call Handlers to work within our expanding team. We are seeking a dedicated individuals to assist in the efficient handling and management of incoming patient calls. As a Call Handler, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our incoming patient communication.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Requirements:
  • - Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients.
  • - Ability to work independently
  • - Passion for providing exceptional service and attention to detail.
  • - Patient and understanding demeanour when faced with challenges.
  • - Approachable attitude towards patients

Desirable

  • Desired Skills:
  • - Previous experience in a similar role is a plus.
  • - Familiarity with handling incoming communications
  • - Flexibility to adapt to changing work demands.
  • - Willingness to learn new processes and procedures.
  • - Professional telephone manner
  • -Work well under pressure
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Requirements:
  • - Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients.
  • - Ability to work independently
  • - Passion for providing exceptional service and attention to detail.
  • - Patient and understanding demeanour when faced with challenges.
  • - Approachable attitude towards patients

Desirable

  • Desired Skills:
  • - Previous experience in a similar role is a plus.
  • - Familiarity with handling incoming communications
  • - Flexibility to adapt to changing work demands.
  • - Willingness to learn new processes and procedures.
  • - Professional telephone manner
  • -Work well 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Lea Wharf Medical

Address

17 Bircherley Green

Hertford

SG14 1BN


Employer's website

https://www.leawharfmedical.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Lea Wharf Medical

Address

17 Bircherley Green

Hertford

SG14 1BN


Employer's website

https://www.leawharfmedical.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

hr assistant

mia

mia.negus@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

09 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.50 an hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A5895-26-0000

Job locations

17 Bircherley Green

Hertford

SG14 1BN


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