Receptionist, Administrative​/Clerical

Location: City of Westminster

Receptionist The Princess Grace Hospital, London Full time, 37.5 hours/ week Shift Pattern: 08:00 to 20:30, 3 shifts per week (4 shifts one week), Monday to Sunday rota with alternate weekend working

Permanent £28,860 per annum + excellent benefits

We’re looking for a Receptionist to join our Front of House team based at The Princess Grace Hospital. Our Front of House team is the face of the hospital and plays a crucial role in shaping first impressions, delivering a seamless and welcoming experience for patients, consultants and visitors alike. Operating within a world‑class private healthcare setting, the team combines exceptional customer service with efficiency, discretion and professionalism, ensuring everyone entering the hospital feels supported, informed and cared for from the very first moment.

As a Receptionist, you’ll be at the heart of the hospital experience, acting as the first point of contact and setting the tone for every visit. From warmly greeting patients and visitors to coordinating transport, deliveries and essential communications, your role is both varied and impactful. No two days are the same, and you’ll work closely with clinical and non‑clinical teams to ensure the hospital runs smoothly around the clock.

This is a highly visible role where your professionalism, calm approach and attention to detail directly contribute to delivering a 5‑star service in a fast‑paced, high‑standards environment.

Above all else, we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life. It’s this guiding vision that influences everything we do at HCA UK.From the CEO to the colleagues on the floor we all have a part to play in delivering exceptional care to our patients. Other’s may think this is just a role in our Front of House team, but to us, you’ll be part of a wider team with a unique sense of purpose, one that helps improve lives on a daily basis.

What you’ll do:

Provide a warm, professional meet and greet service for patients, visitors and consultants

Direct visitors, staff and doctors to the correct departments efficiently and courteously

Coordinate deliveries, couriers and taxi bookings

Operate the telephone system and switchboard, delivering a prompt and professional service

Play an active role in emergency response procedures and maintain a safe, welcoming lobby environment

What you’ll bring:

Previous receptionist experience within a 5
* environment or private healthcare setting

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong computer literacy and confidence using multiple systems

The ability to remain calm, professional and effective under pressure

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

By caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Receptionist you’ll be eligible for:25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

Group Life Assurance…