Medical Receptionist

Chagford Health Centre are a busy and welcoming medical practice dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. Our team is passionate about maintaining a friendly and efficient environment, and we are seeking a Medical Receptionist/Secretary/Summariser to join us in delivering high-quality service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reception Duties:
  • Greet patients and visitors in a professional and friendly manner.
  • Manage appointment bookings using our practice management system.
  • Answer telephone inquiries and respond to emails efficiently.
  • Handle patient registration and ensure accurate data entry.
• Secretarial Duties:
  • Prepare correspondence, reports, and other documents as required.
  • Manage medical records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
  • Support clinicians with administrative tasks, including referrals and prescriptions.
• Summarising Duties:
  • Review and summarise patient medical records accurately.
  • Update electronic records with critical medical history and ongoing conditions.
  • Assist in maintaining up-to-date and organized patient files.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience in a medical or healthcare setting desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with IT systems, including Microsoft Office. Training will be given in our clinical software.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Good salary, NHS Pension
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on patients’ healthcare journeys.

How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter to Judi Fowler Practice Manager – judi.fowler@nhs.net – closing date 31/1/2025

We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds.