Receptionist/Administrator

Company: NHS Jobs
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Location: Torquay
Job Description:

Core Responsibilities

The core responsibilities of the receptionist/administrator are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role.

  • Maintain and monitor practice appointment system
  • Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments
  • Answer incoming phone calls, dealing with the callers request appropriately
  • Signpost patients to the correct service
  • Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, team members and external agencies
  • Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as requested
  • Input data as necessary onto patients healthcare records
  • Direct requests for information to relevant team members i.e., SAR, DVLA forms, insurance/solicitors letters
  • Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner
  • Carry out system searches as requested
  • Support all clinical staff with general tasks as required
  • Photocopy documentation as required
  • Maintain a clean, tidy and effective working area
  • Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards

Additional Responsibilities

  • Action incoming emails and correspondence as necessary
  • Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the rota
  • Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
  • Support admin team, providing cover during absences
  • Scan patient related documents and attach scanned documents to patients healthcare record

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Posted: June 1st, 2026