Customer Service Administrator Location: KIMS Hospital Maidstone Hours: 20 Hours Per Week Permanent Salary: £12,800 per annum (this is the equivalent of a full time salary of £25600 per annum) Shifts Between: 06:30-20:30 (Mon-Fri) and 06:30-20:00 (Sat-Sun) on a rota basis Are you friendly, professional, and passionate about delivering excellent customer service? KIMS Hospital - Kent's largest independent hospital - is looking for a Customer Service Administrator to join our Front of House team. In this varied and rewarding role, you'll provide essential administrative and reception support across departments while ensuring every patient and visitor receives a warm welcome and outstanding service. About the role - Working flexibly across Reception, Call Centre, OPD, Dover Clinic, and Cardiology, you will: - Welcome patients, visitors, consultants, and staff, offering clear directions and support. - Manage patient appointments, records, and correspondence to ensure smooth patient journeys. - Answer high-volume calls on the hospital switchboard with confidence and professionalism. - Liaise with patients, relatives, consultants, and staff, handling enquiries and escalating where needed. - Assist patients on admission and discharge, providing clear information and a positive experience. This is a front-facing role where you'll be at the heart of the patient experience - making every interaction count. What we're looking for - Educated to GCSE standard (or equivalent). - Previous experience working in a hospital or healthcare setting. - Strong customer service and administration skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication. - Organised, detail-focused, and confident working to deadlines. - Ability to prioritise, work independently, and handle busy environments calmly. - IT literate, with knowledge of Microsoft packages and medical terminology desirable. - A proactive, flexible, and approachable team player. Why join KIMS Hospital? At KIMS Hospital, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to making sure our colleagues feel valued, supported, and happy both in and out of the workplace. Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing and includes: Competitive salary - 33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays) - Free secure staff parking - Pension scheme & life assurance - Private health insurance - Up to 40% off selected KIMS Hospital services - Employee Assistance Platform - Retail discounts & cashback - Discounted gym membership - Annual flu vaccination & free eye test We are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer, building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Apply today If you are approachable, reliable, and committed to delivering the very best patient experience, we'd love to hear from you. For queries, please contact Diane on 01622 237634 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk All offers of employment are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and a satisfactory DBS check. Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .