Medical receptionist
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Ash Surgery Medical receptionist
The closing date is 30 December 2026
Job summary
Ash Surgery is looking for a bright, friendly, self motivated, responsible and reliable individual to join the reception team in this friendly and supportive practice.
We are currently seeking at least one part-time candidate to join our reception team. There will be opportunity for extra hours, shift swaps personal development and progression within the surgery.
Main duties of the job
The following are the core responsibilities of the receptionist.
a. Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments
b. Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately
c. Signpost patients to the correct service
d. Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies
e. Photocopy documentation as required
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the medical administrator may be requested to:
a. Support administrative staff, providing cover during staff absences
b. Provide support to the clinical team.
c. Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records
d. Complete opening and closing procedures.
e. As required support the prescribing clerk in the management of repeat prescriptions, ensuring they are processed accurately and efficiently
About us
Ash Surgery is a traditional GP Practice, set in the heart of rural East Kent, close to the city of Canterbury. We are a close-knit team, and we work closely with the clinical team in aid to support them in the daily running of the practice and deliver the very best in patient care.
Details
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A3025-26-0006
Job locations
Ash Surgery
Chilton Place
Ash
Canterbury
Kent
CT3 2HD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the 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:
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
i. Input data into the patients 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
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the medical administrator may be requested to:
Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
a. Support administrative staff, providing cover during staff absences
b.
c. Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records
d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
e. As required support the prescribing clerk in the management of repeat prescriptions, ensuring they are processed accurately and efficiently
f. Ordering and monitoring of stationery supplies
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the 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:
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
i. Input data into the patients 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
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the medical administrator may be requested to:
Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
a. Support administrative staff, providing cover during staff absences
b.
c. Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patients healthcare records
d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
e. As required support the prescribing clerk in the management of repeat prescriptions, ensuring they are processed accurately and efficiently
f. Ordering and monitoring of stationery supplies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- GCSE grade A-C in English and Maths desirable.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of Primary care not essential as full training will be provided.
Qualifications
Desirable
- GCSE grade A-C in English and Maths desirable.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of Primary care not essential as full training will be provided.
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
Ash Surgery
Address
Ash Surgery
Chilton Place
Ash
Canterbury
Kent
CT3 2HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://ashsurgery.nhs.uk/# (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Ash Surgery
Address
Ash Surgery
Chilton Place
Ash
Canterbury
Kent
CT3 2HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://ashsurgery.nhs.uk/# (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
HR Manager
Anikia Moore
+01304814755
Details
Date posted
29 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A3025-26-0006
Job locations
Ash Surgery
Chilton Place
Ash
Canterbury
Kent
CT3 2HD
United Kingdom
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