Receptionist

Venrec are pleased to be recruiting on behalf of our client based in **Headcorn, Ashford** for a **Part-Time Receptionist** to join their friendly growing GP Practice

This role will require work on Saturdays as part of a 1 in 6 rota

**The role entails**:

- Opening the premises, including turning on the phones and computers, making sure that the practice is well presented and ready for the day
- Locking up the premises, including checking that all windows are closed, the security alarm is set and that hand over notes are left
- Taking inbound calls
- Speaking with patients in order to book appointments and to deal with any queries, ensuring that detailed and accurate notes are produced
- Advising patients of the relevant charges for private services
- Taking payments
- Issuing repeat prescription requests
- Any ad-hoc administrative duties
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Due to this role being in a GP Surgery you will be required to compete a DBS check
- The ability to make accurate and detailed notes
- Excellent time management skills
- The ability to work both as part of a team and independently
- The ability to work under pressure in a varied and busy role

**Salary**
- £10.42 per hour (£10.50 per hour after the completion of a probation period)
- Enhanced rate of pay for work on Saturdays