Receptionist - Buxton Medical Practice
Start Your Career Journey with DHU Healthcare!
Are you a reliable, adaptable, and friendly Receptionist with a passion for supporting patient care? DHU Healthcare is currently seeking a full-time Receptionist to join our dedicated Primary Care team at Buxton Medical Practice.
What DHU Healthcare Can Offer You
Location: Buxton Medical Practice, SK17 9BZ
Contract: Full Time - Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours
Salary: £23,875 per annum (Band 2)
Why Join DHU Healthcare?
* Generous Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service) - Pro Rata
* Health Cash Plan: Free Level 1 cover after six months - includes dental, optical, therapies, and 24/7 GP access for you and your family
* NHS Pension Scheme: Continue your contributions and retain NHS benefits
* Car Lease Scheme: Hybrid and electric vehicles available through NHS Fleet Solutions
* Cycle to Work Scheme: In partnership with Halfords
* Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Hub: Including shopping discounts and mental health support
* Birthday Leave Guarantee: Take your birthday off or use the day another time
* Free Parking: Available at most of our locations
* Supportive, Inclusive Culture: We champion diversity, equity, and professional development
What Your Typical Day Looks Like:
* Welcoming and assisting patients in a friendly, professional manner
* Managing incoming calls and messages, including appointment bookings and home visit requests
* Using SystmOne to update and maintain accurate patient records
* Typing outgoing correspondence and data entry tasks
* Supporting the team with general reception duties and daily administrative tasks
* Ensuring the reception and waiting areas are clean, tidy, and ready for colleagues and patients
* Handling patient enquiries with empathy and discretion
* Summarising records and managing filing systems effectively
To Be a Successful Administrator/Receptionist, You'll Need:
Essential
* Previous administration experience
* Good IT literacy, especially with MS Word and Excel
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to manage priorities and work independently
* Self-motivated and adaptable to changing service needs
Desirable:
* Experience in a healthcare or GP practice environment
* Familiarity with EMIS Web and NHS systems
* Full valid driving licence and ability to travel to other DHU bases as needed
At DHU Healthcare, we believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and supported. We proudly uphold values of Compassion, Accomplishment, Respect, and Encouragement in everything we do.
We are also a proud Forces-Friendly Employer, welcoming applications from Veterans, Reservists, and military families.
Ready to Support Healthcare with Purpose?
Apply today and become part of a compassionate team committed to excellent patient care.
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