GP Receptionist/Administrator

The closing date is 13 November 2026 30 Kingsway Surgery requires 1 experienced GP Receptionist/Administrator to work on a part-time basis to join our small, friendly, and busy surgery, who can work under pressure and with initiative. Excellent I.T. skills are required. Our clinical system is EMIS web. There will be some lone working and you may be responsible for opening/closing the building. Hours: 22.5 hours per week over 5 days. You will be required to cover for sickness and holidays. Hours: (Subject to change, sometimes the changes can be within hours) due to sickness. Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities: Greet patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Greet patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Be able to cover all reception position as neccessary. Electronic processing of all workflow increasingly important Be able to cover all reception position as neccessary. Electronic processing of all workflow increasingly important Manage patient appointments using the surgerys booking system. Manage patient appointments using the surgerys booking system. Answer telephone calls promptly and handle enquiries efficiently. Directing patients based on their needs. Answer telephone calls promptly and handle enquiries efficiently. Directing patients based on their needs. Registrations of new patients computer data and update patient records. Registrations of new patients computer data and update patient records. Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and messages. Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and messages. Handle patient queries regarding prescriptions, referrals, and test results, directing them to appropriate clinical staff when necessary. Handle patient queries regarding prescriptions, referrals, and test results, directing them to appropriate clinical staff when necessary. Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations at all times. Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations at all times. Support the clinical team by coordinating patient flow and managing waiting areas. Support the clinical team by coordinating patient flow and managing waiting areas. Handle administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, read coding and managing incoming post. Handle administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, read coding and managing incoming post. Assist with billing and payment processing where applicable. Assist with billing and payment processing where applicable. Essential Skills & Qualities: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm and professional in busy situations. Ability to remain calm and professional in busy situations. Strong organisational and multitasking abilities Strong organisational and multitasking abilities Basic IT skills and experience with appointment booking systems Basic IT skills and experience with appointment booking systems Understanding of confidentiality and patient care principles Understanding of confidentiality and patient care principles Friendly and approachable demeanor Friendly and approachable demeanor Previous experience in a medical setting would be desirable but, not essential as training will be given Previous experience in a medical setting would be desirable but, not essential as training will be given Basic knowledge of medical terminology is an advantage Basic knowledge of medical terminology is an advantage We are a small, friendly GP practice serving over 6,200 patients in the local community. Our size allows us to provide personalised, accessible care with a strong focus on building lasting relationships with our patients. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, patient-centered services in a welcoming and supportive environment. Our experienced team includes 3 GPs, 1 Advanced Nurse Practitioner, 1 nurse, 1 healthcare assistant, and administrative staff who work collaboratively to provide a comprehensive range of primary care services. These services include routine health checks, chronic disease management, childhood immunisations, minor illness treatment and health promotion. Located in Waterloo, Liverpool, our practice is committed to making healthcare accessible and convenient. £12.71 to £13 an hour Key Responsibilities: Greet patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Greet patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Be able to cover all reception position as neccessary. Electronic processing of all workflow increasingly important Be able to cover all reception position as neccessary. Electronic processing of all workflow increasingly important Manage patient appointments using the surgerys booking system. Manage patient appointments using the surgerys booking system. Answer telephone calls promptly and handle enquiries efficiently. Directing patients based on their needs. Answer telephone calls promptly and handle enquiries efficiently. Directing patients based on their needs. Registrations of new patients computer data and update patient records. Registrations of new patients computer data and update patient records. Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and messages. Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and messages. Handle patient queries regarding prescriptions, referrals, and test results, directing them to appropriate clinical staff when necessary. Handle patient queries regarding prescriptions, referrals, and test results, directing them to appropriate clinical staff when necessary. Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations at all times. Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations at all times. Support the clinical team by coordinating patient flow and managing waiting areas. Support the clinical team by coordinating patient flow and managing waiting areas. Handle administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, read coding and managing incoming post. Handle administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, read coding and managing incoming post. Assist with billing and payment processing where applicable. Assist with billing and payment processing where applicable. This list is not exhaustive and may include other duties as assigned. Key Responsibilities: Greet patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Greet patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Be able to cover all reception position as neccessary. Electronic processing of all workflow increasingly important Be able to cover all reception position as neccessary. Electronic processing of all workflow increasingly important Manage patient appointments using the surgerys booking system. Manage patient appointments using the surgerys booking system. Answer telephone calls promptly and handle enquiries efficiently. Directing patients based on their needs. Answer telephone calls promptly and handle enquiries efficiently. Directing patients based on their needs. Registrations of new patients computer data and update patient records. Registrations of new patients computer data and update patient records. Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and messages. Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and messages. Handle patient queries regarding prescriptions, referrals, and test results, directing them to appropriate clinical staff when necessary. Handle patient queries regarding prescriptions, referrals, and test results, directing them to appropriate clinical staff when necessary. Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations at all times. Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations at all times. Support the clinical team by coordinating patient flow and managing waiting areas. Support the clinical team by coordinating patient flow and managing waiting areas. Handle administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, read coding and managing incoming post. Handle administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, read coding and managing incoming post. Assist with billing and payment processing where applicable. Assist with billing and payment processing where applicable. This list is not exhaustive and may include other duties as assigned. Previous experience in a medical setting would be desirable but, not essential as training will be given. Basic knowledge of medical terminology is an advantage. Previous experience in a medical setting would be desirable but, not essential as training will be given. Basic knowledge of medical terminology is an advantage. 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. http://www.30kingswaysurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) http://www.30kingswaysurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer contact details For questions about the job, contact: ShelleyKeating@nhs.net £12.71 to £13 an hour 30 Kingsway Surgery's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)