GP Medical Receptionist

Victoria Surgery, Larne. THE EMPLOYER IS: DRS FERGUSON, BECK, LUSK & KENNEDY. Receptionist has delegated responsibility for the smooth running of reception and waiting areas. He/she is responsible for the efficient administration of all related processes, for example appointments, greeting patients, prescriptions, mail distribution and use of IT in order to support the work of the GPs. He/she will have a major impact in promoting a positive image of the Practice to patients and other visitors.

• Prepare all repeat and current script requests for patients including online access requests for repeat scripts following practice policy.
• Respond to all queries from doctors/district nursing staff and community pharmacists.
• Update patients medication records, monitor and inform the Doctor if advice needed.
• Prepare for the daily collection of scripts by the delivery service to the appropriate pharmacies.
• Follow the practice procedure to ensure the security of prescriptions and ensure stocks are maintained as required.
• Participate in scanning duties to ensure all information updated onto computer in a timely fashion.
• Answer internal and external calls promptly.
• Provide patients with results and other callers with routine information they may require in accordance with Practice policy adhering to confidentiality.
• Ensure the GP rooms and administration desks are kept stocked with the required forms and stationery, updating stock records for re-ordering.
• Undertake other clerical duties such as coding, mailing, word processing, photocopying etc.
• Report any problems to Office Supervisor.

• Maths and English GCSEs (or equivalent).

The Employer is: DRS FERGUSON, BECK, LUSK & KENNEDYJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information
- Standard

Hours:

up to 25 hours per week.

- Flexible/Reduced

Hours:

May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.

- Additional

Hours:

The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

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Area:
Derry or Londonderry. Closing date: 30/03/2026.