Job description
The following are the core responsibilities of the medical receptionist.
There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. The medical receptionist is responsible for supervising and supporting the reception team, ensuring they achieve their primary responsibilities: a. Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointment system b. Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments c. Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately d. Signpost patients to the correct service e. Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies f. Read code data on EMIS Web g. Photocopy documentation as required h. Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as required Input data into the patient’s healthcare records as necessary j. Direct requests for information i.e. SAR, insurance / solicitors letters and DVLA forms to the administrative team k. Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner l. Carry out system searches as requested m. Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times n. Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards o. Support all clinical staff with general tasks as requested
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £18,513.41-£22,087.09 per year
Benefits:
- Language training provided
Schedule:
- Day shift
COVID-19 considerations:
To wear PPE as per new government guidelines
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Birmingham, B8 1JA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Medical Receptionist: 1 year (preferred)