Medical Receptionist

Job location: Lisburn

Salary: £19,162.55 per annum.

Hours: 37

Worktime: See Other Information.

Closing date: 31/03/2022

Employer: Linenhall Medical Practice

Business: GP surgery

Address: Lisburn Health Centre

Lisburn

Postcode: BT28 1LU

Telephone: 028 92666266

Email: linda.macartney.z00227@gp.hscni.net

Website: www.linenhallmedicalpractice.com

Job Duties: Receptionist duties in general medical practice.Respond to all queries and requests for assistance from patients and visitors, either at reception or via telephone, in a courteous and efficient manner and project a friendly and positive image.Ensure that telephones are answered promptly and politely.Deal with patient requests for appointments, prescriptions, medical certificates and home visits.Entering information into electronic patient record as directed.Process repeat and acute prescription requests in accordance with practice guidelines.Open, sort and distribute incoming mail.Scanning, faxing, filing and photocopying as required.Supporting and liaising with other clinical/non clinical staff within the practice and other health care professions.Providing information to patients and visitors regarding practice services.Participate in staff training when required.

Qualifications / Experience: 4 GCSE's including Maths and English at grade A-C or equivalent.Experience of working in an office environment for at least 1 year, within the last 3 years is essential, including experience of Microsoft office software, email and internet.Experience in dealing with members of the public - telephone, face to face.Ability to deal with confidential/sensitive issues.Has the ability to work under pressure and within required timescales, as a member of a team or on own initiative.Ability to remain efficient in a rapidly changing environment.Fully computer literate.Previous experience of working in a General Practice/hospital medical environment is desirable.Previous experience of Vision (INPS) computer system.

Application Method: Please complete an employer application form available via www.jobcentreonline.com to apply. Application forms to be returned to the employer (see employer details).

Other Information: Working hours - 37.5 hours per week9.00am - 6.00pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday8.30am - 2.00pm Wednesday