Receptionist / Administrator

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Job Description:

Receptionist / Administrator

The closing date is 22 June 2026

We are looking for a motivated admin person with above average computer abilities and great interpersonal skills to join the Northwick Park Cardiology team.

Proficient in Excel, Outlook and Word; confident in databases and booking systems. Responsible for booking follow‑up appointments, discharging patients, and maintaining clinical activity data.

Main duties

  • Work as part of the Cardiology Department multi‑disciplinary team, providing efficient administrative and reception service.
  • Record all outpatient attendances on the Patient Access System.
  • Book follow‑up appointments, discharge back to GP and/or add to waiting lists.
  • File documents according to Information Governance policy.
  • Communicate with patients, visitors and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Maintain an uncluttered and tidy reception area, keeping it hygienic and sanitary.
  • Support managers and supervisors in developing a patient‑focused service.

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications:

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience.
  • English at GCSE level.

Knowledge & Experience:

  • Experience delivering excellent customer service.
  • Experience working in a constantly changing environment without direct supervision.
  • Understanding of confidentiality, data protection and safeguarding.
  • Experience with Cerner/NHS systems.

Skills:

  • Advanced keyboard skills.
  • Accurate electronic data entry.
  • Confident user of Excel and Outlook.
  • Experience using Cerner.

Attributes:

  • Remain calm under pressure.
  • Friendly approach to colleagues, staff and patients.
  • Empathise with and promote welfare of others.

Benefits

Salary: £29,651 to £31,312 a year including High Cost Area Supplement.

Contract: Fixed term – 12 months.

Working pattern: Full‑time.

Reference number: 337‑NP‑9688SM.

Job locations: Cross site – Northwick Park, Ealing and Central Middlesex Hospitals.

Employer: London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust.

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Posted: June 12th, 2026