Receptionist - Harpenden, United Kingdom - Davenport House Surgery

Davenport House Surgery
Davenport House Surgery
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Harpenden, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Davenport House Surgery

Job Description - Receptionist


Our busy practice is located in the market town of Harpenden and is one of three practices that make up Harpenden Health PCN.

We serve around 12700 patients with doctors and nurses, first contact physiotherapists, therapists and pharmacists. We have a very active and engaged Patient Participation Group of around 2000 members.


Main Duties of the Job

  • To book appointments using EMIS Web in accordance with the current surgery appointment policy
  • To handle queries both in person and over the telephone according to protocol and signpost patients to the correct member of staff
  • To maintain confidentiality and always show respect for patients and colleagues
  • To use EMIS WEB, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, always ensuring accuracy and attention to detail
  • To ensure with the other members of the reception team, that the reception area is always manned, and telephones are answered promptly
  • To ensure the waiting area is kept tidy
  • To take messages for clinicians and ensure these are added to EMIS Web messaging system without delay
  • To undertake administrative and other tasks as requested by the Practice Manager or clinicians. To attend practice and staff meetings as required.
  • To undertake mandatory training and comply with all surgery regulations and procedures
  • To be aware of procedures to evacuate patients in case of an emergency
  • To secure the building, setting the exit alarm when last to leave the premises
  • To cover colleagues for holidays and sickness as required

Working pattern

Working pattern
Tuesdays 8.00am to 4.00pm

Thursdays 10.30am to 6.30pm


Job location
Bowers Way

Harpenden

Hertfordshire

AL5 4HX


Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Pay:
From £10.00 per hour


Work Location:
One location

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