Receptionist (Fixed Term, 9months)
Location: Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Belfast
Industry: Public Sector
Salary: Up to £11.71 per hour
Contacts: David McClure, david.m@honeycomb.jobs
Job Ref: BBBH53500
Expiry date: 2024-10-07
Honeycomb Jobs is delighted to be working with a Health Sector client, to recruit a fulltime Receptionist in Belfast for a 9 month fixed term contract.
The Client - This GP Surgery supports around 9000 patients within the catchment area of West Belfast.
The Role - This credible post holder will offer general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via telephone.
Duties will include but will not be limited to:
- Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with practice procedures.
- Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointments system.
- Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional.
- Processing and disturbing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Providing clerical assistance to practice and Trust staff as required from time to time, including word/data processing, filing, photocopying and scanning.
- Keeping the reception area, notice-boards and leaflet dispensers tidy and free from obstructions and clutter.
The Person: As the successful candidate you will have the following background and experience:
Essential:
- Experience in a previous front facing role, to include telephone and face-to-face contact.
- GSCEs A-C including English and Mathematics grades.
- Good IT proficiency, knowledge of MS Office packages and keyboard skills.
- High standard of oral and written communication.
- Ability to work as a member of a team and own initiative.
- Flexibility to cover periods of increased demand.
Desirable Criteria
- Previous experience working in a GP practice or medical setting.
- Experience using medical software e.g. EMIS, Vision etc.
To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact David McClure, Senior Recruitment Consultant at Honeycomb on 02896 207050.
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** Please note, we are receiving an exceptionally high number of applications and present and will be unable to shortlist candidates who are not meeting the specific requirements for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, we may be unable to provide individual feedback. We thank you in advance for your understanding. **