Job summary
The Village Medical Centre
We are a busy GP Training Practice in the heart of Wallasey Village. We are looking to recruit a Reception/Administrator with General Practice experience. You must have excellent communication, organisational and computer skills. If you are highly motivated and committed to delivering excellent standards of patient care then we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Candidates must have excellent verbal and written communications skills, a polite telephone manner and good IT skills. Experience of working in General Practice is preferred. The role requires a flexible approach to working to provide additional cover when required.
The purpose of this role is to deliver a high level of customer care to patients. The receptionists are front-line and should promote a professional and friendly image to patients and visitors at all times. They also provide an essential support function to the clinical and management teams.
You will work in a multi-disciplinary team, and be prepared to be front facing as well as dealing with enquiries via telephone. The scope of the role is wide ranging. You will be supported by an experienced Reception Team Manager.
About us
Our friendly team consists of 5 Partners 2 Salaried GPs, 2 Registrars, 2 Practice Nurses, 1 HCA and is supported by a team of Reception/Administrators.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
A
Job locations
The Village Medical Centre
27 Grove Road
Wallasey
Merseyside
CH45 3HE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Receptionist/Administrator Job Description Responsibilities
* Greet patients and visitors to the practice
* Actively signpost and care navigate patients to appropriate services
* Answer calls in a timely, professional and courteous manner
* Book, amend and cancel appointments for all clinicians
* Deal with tasks from clinicians, management and external organisations
* Administer new registrations, update patient details
* Process repeat prescriptions and ensure timely actions
* Deal with clinical correspondence and scanning Advise patients of processes and relevant charges for non-NHS services
* Manage the patient flow within the waiting area and kept neat and tidy at all times
* Re-stocking of clinicians rooms with stationary
* Open up and close down the building ensuring all security guidelines are followed
* Attend and engage in meetings and training
* Work flexibly, providing cover as and when necessary to ensure the smooth running of the practice and delivery of excellent patient care
* Work within the legislative requirements, practice policies, procedures and protocols at all times.
* This job description is not exhaustive and may be adjusted periodically after review and consultation. You will also be expected to carry out any reasonable duties, which may be requested from time-to-time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Receptionist/Administrator Job Description Responsibilities
* Greet patients and visitors to the practice
* Actively signpost and care navigate patients to appropriate services
* Answer calls in a timely, professional and courteous manner
* Book, amend and cancel appointments for all clinicians
* Deal with tasks from clinicians, management and external organisations
* Administer new registrations, update patient details
* Process repeat prescriptions and ensure timely actions
* Deal with clinical correspondence and scanning Advise patients of processes and relevant charges for non-NHS services
* Manage the patient flow within the waiting area and kept neat and tidy at all times
* Re-stocking of clinicians rooms with stationary
* Open up and close down the building ensuring all security guidelines are followed
* Attend and engage in meetings and training
* Work flexibly, providing cover as and when necessary to ensure the smooth running of the practice and delivery of excellent patient care
* Work within the legislative requirements, practice policies, procedures and protocols at all times.
* This job description is not exhaustive and may be adjusted periodically after review and consultation. You will also be expected to carry out any reasonable duties, which may be requested from time-to-time.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
Desirable
* Proficient in IT
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working with customers/patients in a fast paced environment.
Desirable
* Experience of working in primary care
* Experience of working in a GP practice
Knowledge and skills
Essential
* Good interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable
* Basic IT skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
Desirable
* Proficient in IT
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working with customers/patients in a fast paced environment.
Desirable
* Experience of working in primary care
* Experience of working in a GP practice
Knowledge and skills
Essential
* Good interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable
* Basic IT skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Village Medical Centre
Address
The Village Medical Centre
27 Grove Road
Wallasey
Merseyside
CH45 3HE
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Employer details
Employer name
The Village Medical Centre
Address
The Village Medical Centre
27 Grove Road
Wallasey
Merseyside
CH45 3HE
Employer's website
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