Job summary
We are looking for an experienced medical receptionistto provide comprehensive reception and administration services within a primary care setting, providing administration and clerical support to the partnership and associated clerical and medical staff.
We offer a competitive rate of pay and NHS pension scheme.
Main duties of the job
The delivery of Reception and administration services.
Ability to work on own initiative and team working within the Practice.
Maintain awareness of requirements of role requirements.
About us
For more information about the practice, please visit our website:
https://thekakotypractice.nhs.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To deliver comprehensive reception services in the GP partnership, including:-
Receipt of all telephone calls and practice visitors in an appropriate manner, responding to their need courteously, efficiently and correctly in line with practice procedures and guidelines.
Use of SystmOne GP clinical system prescription generation, on-line services, medical record management including scanning, e-filing, GP2GP, Choose and Book, any software in use within the Practice.
Medical records - ensure the GP/Clinical team are supported during their surgery/clinic sessions consulting rooms kept orderly, desk-top stocks maintained, message-taking/relaying, refreshments, chaperoning, etc.
Maintenance - including coding and practice documentation, processing of emails, e-communications
Use of computer systems in accordance with practice guidelines adhering to data-entry and information governance procedures.
Responsible for security of equipment/premises/information/drugs/consumable items, as required (in line with practice guidelines).
Maintain orderliness within the surgery in terms of tidiness and personal conduct
Manage waiting patients/visitors.
Follow health & safety working practices.
Involvement and support to the practice team and associates as appropriate: team meetings, joint initiatives, etc as required.
Contribute to the development of administration processes and guidelines, as appropriate.
Any other duties which can be reasonably expected of a receptionist.
To undertake training/elearning and development opportunities as required of the role
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Communication Skills (Written & Oral)
- Organisational Skills
- Computer literacy
- Customer Service Skills
- Codes of Confidentiality Awareness
- Health & Safety Awareness
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of SystmOne
- Experience working in a GP practice
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
The Kakoty Practice
Address
170 Sheffield Road
Barnsley
South Yorkshire
S70 4NW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Medical Receptionist in Barnsley employer: The Kakoty Practice
The Kakoty Practice is an excellent employer for a Practice Nurse, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment across two busy sites. With a commitment to high standards of patient care, employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, a friendly team culture, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of approximately 7,500 patients in the community.
