We’re Hiring – Medical Receptionist | Essex Private Doctors | Brentwood Are you friendly, organised, and calm under pressure? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where quality and compassion go hand in hand?
Essex Private Doctors, a growing private GP and menopause clinic in Brentwood, is looking for a Receptionist to join our exceptional team. As the first point of contact, you’ll play a vital role in delivering a seamless and supportive experience for our patients—from their first enquiry to ongoing care.
What You’ll Do
Welcome and check in patients and visitors
Manage appointments using Semble
Answer calls and emails professionally and promptly
Verify patient ID, process payments, and update records
Support doctors with admin, prescriptions, and clinical tasks
Maintain a tidy, calm and organised reception area
Uphold high standards of confidentiality, infection control, and patient care
Assist with stock control, audits, and chaperoning
✅ What We’re Looking For
Warm, empathetic communicator with excellent spoken/written English
Confident with IT systems (Semble, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office)
Calm, organised, discreet, and detail-focused
A true team player with a positive, “can do” attitude
Experience in a healthcare setting is an advantage
Working Hours (Full-Time)
Mon: 10:00–18:00 | Tues: 11:30–19:30
Wed/Thurs: 10:00–18:00 | Fri: 07:45–15:45
One Saturday morning in three: 07:45–12:45
Monthly team meeting: Thurs, 18:00–19:00
Flexibility and holiday cover are essential.
Salary & Benefits
~£13.00/hour – £27,040 base salary
~ Overtime for Saturdays (paid at 1.5x)
~20 days holiday + bank holidays (increases with service)
~ Private health insurance (after qualifying period)
~ Pension scheme
~ On-site staff parking
~ Enhanced DBS required
Location: Essex Private Doctors, 57 Crown Street, Brentwood CM14 4BD
~ This is an on-site role – remote working is not available.