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Temporary

Medical Receptionist

Staff Partners Business
South Shields
money-bag £14.24 - £14.68/hour
Posted: 04 August 2026 (2 days ago)
Closing date: 03 September 2026
Ref: 225449718

  • Medical Receptionist
  • -14.24 - -14.68 per hour
  • 37.5 hours per week | Full-Time
  • Temporary Ongoing
  • Immediate Start Available

Ready to hit the ground running?

Are you-immediately available-and looking for your next opportunity within the NHS? Do you have-previous GP surgery experience-and a strong working knowledge of-EMIS?

We''re recruiting on behalf of a friendly and welcoming-GP Practice in South Shields and the surrounding areas, seeking an experienced-Medical Receptionist/Administrator-to join their busy team on a full-time, ongoing temporary basis. There is also the-potential for a permanent position-following a successful trial period.

This is a-busy, call centre-style reception role, so you''ll need to be confident handling a high volume of patient calls while delivering exceptional customer service.

  • Managing a high volume of incoming patient calls professionally and efficiently
  • Greeting patients and visitors with a warm and friendly approach
  • Booking, amending and managing GP appointments
  • Responding to patient enquiries by phone and email
  • Maintaining accurate and confidential patient records
  • Processing patient registrations and relevant documentation
  • Supporting the practice with general administrative duties, including scanning, filing and data entry
  • Working closely with clinicians and the wider practice team to ensure the smooth running of the surgery
  • Previous experience working within an-NHS GP Surgery
  • Essential:-Working knowledge of-EMIS
  • Experience in a busy reception or high-volume call handling environment
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask
  • Good IT skills and experience using electronic patient record systems
  • A professional, reliable and proactive approach to work
  • Immediate start available
  • Competitive hourly rate of14.24 - -14.68
  • Full-time hours (37.5 hours per week)
  • Ongoing temporary assignment
  • Opportunity to secure a permanent role
  • Friendly and supportive GP practice environment
  • Weekly pay

If you''re an experienced GP Medical Receptionist with EMIS knowledge and are available to start straight away, we''d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your healthcare career!

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