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Market Cross Surgery Receptionist
The closing date is 30 October 2026
Job summary
The GP receptionist is responsible for undertaking a wide range of reception duties and providing support to the multidisciplinary team. Duties may include, but are not limited to, greeting and directing patients, effective use of the appointment system, booking appointments, processing of personal information and assisting patients as required.
Main duties of the job
To act as a central point of contact for patients, the distribution of information, messages and enquiries for the clinical team, liaising with the multidisciplinary team member and external agencies such as secondary care and community service providers.
About us
Market Cross Surgery is a long-established GP practice dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred primary care to the local community. Recently under new management, the surgery is focused on modernising its services, strengthening clinical capacity, and improving patient experience.
The practice offers a full range of general medical services, including routine and urgent appointments, chronic disease management, preventative health programmes, and access to a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals. With an emphasis on accessibility, safety, and continuity of care, Market Cross Surgery is committed to adopting innovative approaches, enhancing communication, and working collaboratively with local health partners to meet the evolving needs of its patients.
Details
Date posted
26 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.71 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A3629-26-0013
Job locations
Market Cross Surgery
Bourne Road
Corby Glen
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 4BB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The core responsibilities of the receptionist are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role.
- Maintain and monitor practice appointment system
- Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments
- Answer incoming phone calls, dealing with the callers request appropriately
- Signpost patients to the correct service
- Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies
- Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as requested
- Input data as necessary onto patients healthcare records
- Direct requests for information to relevant team members i.e., SAR, DVLA forms, insurance/solicitors letters
- Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner
- Carry out system searches as requested
- Support all clinical staff with general tasks as required
- Photocopy documentation as required
- Maintain a clean, tidy and effective working area
- Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards
In addition to the core responsibilities, the Receptionist may be requested to;
1. Action incoming emails and correspondence as necessary
2. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the rota
3. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
4. Support admin team, providing cover during absences
5. Scan patient related documents and attach scanned documents to patients healthcare record
We currently have 2 part time vacancies available allowing us to be flexible for the right candidate.
All hours will be worked between 08:00 and 18:30, Monday to Friday
Job description
Job responsibilities
The core responsibilities of the receptionist are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role.
- Maintain and monitor practice appointment system
- Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments
- Answer incoming phone calls, dealing with the callers request appropriately
- Signpost patients to the correct service
- Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies
- Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as requested
- Input data as necessary onto patients healthcare records
- Direct requests for information to relevant team members i.e., SAR, DVLA forms, insurance/solicitors letters
- Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner
- Carry out system searches as requested
- Support all clinical staff with general tasks as required
- Photocopy documentation as required
- Maintain a clean, tidy and effective working area
- Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards
In addition to the core responsibilities, the Receptionist may be requested to;
1. Action incoming emails and correspondence as necessary
2. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the rota
3. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
4. Support admin team, providing cover during absences
5. Scan patient related documents and attach scanned documents to patients healthcare record
We currently have 2 part time vacancies available allowing us to be flexible for the right candidate.
All hours will be worked between 08:00 and 18:30, Monday to Friday
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- Experience in a GP practice
- Experience with SystemOne
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Experience
Desirable
- Experience in a GP practice
- Experience with SystemOne
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
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
Market Cross Surgery
Address
Market Cross Surgery
Bourne Road
Corby Glen
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 4BB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.marketcrosssurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Market Cross Surgery
Address
Market Cross Surgery
Bourne Road
Corby Glen
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 4BB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.marketcrosssurgery.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Manager
Michaela Sheedy
07469972033
Details
Date posted
26 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.71 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A3629-26-0013
Job locations
Market Cross Surgery
Bourne Road
Corby Glen
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG33 4BB
United Kingdom
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