Medical Receptionist

  • Ilkley
  • Ilkley E Wharfedale Medical Practice

Medical Receptionist

Ilkley & Wharfedale Medical Practice is an established family GP surgery based in the historic spa town of Ilkley offering a friendly personal service to our patients. The surgery operates from modern premises close to the centre of Ilkley and is easily accessible by public transport.

Due to the rapid expansion of our registered patient list we are looking to recruit two Medical Receptionists, 21 hours per week.

As part of our friendly Reception team you will be responsible for providing an efficient reception service to our patients. We are looking for one individual who is committed to a patient centered, open fair approach to the quality assurance of healthcare. You must be able to use your own judgement, have excellent communication skills and work well as part of a team.

The duties will include:

  • Greeting and assisting patients on arrival

  • Answering telephones and booking appointments

  • Dealing with general enquiries

  • Updating patient information accurately on the practice clinical system (SystmOne) General administration duties include:

  • New registrations

  • Read coding

  • Ambulance bookings

  • Recalls

  • Scanning of medical documents

  • Supporting the wider clinical team whilst treating patients in a sensitive and caring manner Please note: there will be regular extra hours to cover periods of annual leave and/or sickness.

Previous experience of working in an office/healthcare environment would be desirable however full training will be given. In return you will receive a salary of £9.50 per hour and membership of the NHS Pension Scheme (14% employer contribution).

Please note that Ilkley & Wharfedale Medical Practice is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Job Types : Part-time, Permanent

Salary : £9.50 per hour

Benefits :

  • Company pension

  • On-site parking

  • Sick pay Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

  • Overtime COVID-19 considerations: Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Ilkley, LS29 8TQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)