Job Introduction
Receptionist – Buxton Medical Practice
Start Your Career Journey with Buxton Medical Practice!
Are you a reliable, adaptable, and friendly Receptionist with a passion for supporting patient care?Buxton Medical Practice are currently seeking a full-time Receptionist to join our dedicated Primary Care team.
What DHU Healthcare Can Offer You:
Location: Buxton Medical Practice, SK17 9BZ
Contract: Part Time - Permanent
Hours: 23.5 hours
Working Pattern:
- Monday 8am – 6:30pm
- Tuesday 2pm – 6:30pm
- Friday 2pm – 6:30pm
Salary: £23,875 per annum (Band 2)
Why Join DHU Healthcare?
Generous Annual Leave: 25 days + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service) - Pro Rata
Health Cash Plan: Free Level 1 cover after six months – includes dental, optical, therapies, and 24/7 GP access for you and your family
NHS Pension Scheme: Continue your contributions and retain NHS benefits
Car Lease Scheme: Hybrid and electric vehicles available through NHS Fleet Solutions
Cycle to Work Scheme: In partnership with Halfords
Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Hub: Including shopping discounts and mental health support
Birthday Leave Guarantee: Take your birthday off or use the day another time
Free Parking: Available at most of our locations
Supportive, Inclusive Culture: We champion diversity, equity, and professional development
What Your Typical Day Looks Like:
Welcoming and assisting patients in a friendly, professional manner
Managing incoming calls and messages, including appointment bookings and home visit requests
Using Emis to update and maintain accurate patient records
Typing outgoing correspondence and data entry tasks
Supporting the team with general reception duties and daily administrative tasks
Ensuring the reception and waiting areas are clean, tidy, and ready for colleagues and patients
Handling patient enquiries with empathy and discretion
Summarising records and managing filing systems effectively
To Be a Successful Administrator/Receptionist, You’ll Need:
Essential:
Previous administration experience
Good IT literacy, especially with MS Word and Excel
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage priorities and work independently
Self-motivated and adaptable to changing service needs
Desirable:
Experience in a healthcare or GP practice environment
Familiarity with EMIS Web and NHS systems
Full valid driving licence and ability to travel to other DHU bases as needed
Ready to Support Healthcare with Purpose?
Apply today and become part of a compassionate team committed to excellent patient care.
Need a different way to apply? We’re here to help — just email us at dhutalentacquisition@dhuhealthcare.nhs.uk
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