This is a unique opportunity to work for Cranleigh Gardens Medical Centre in Bridgwater. The successful applicant will learn practically on the job working primarily within the reception team and during off the job training gaining their L3 certificate in Business & Administration.
The successful candidate will have good interpersonal skills and ideally will have had some experience of dealing with the public. A positive attitude, strong communication skills and a can-do attitude to ensure our patients receive the very best experience and support to meet their health needs.
You will primarily be working within a reception team comprising of 11 staff but also undertaking some support to our administration team.
• You should be able to receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way
• Provide general assistance to the practice team
• Project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone
We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and motivated to support our patients along with the ability to work as part of a team. The successful candidate will have a high level of competence in the use of IT. Candidates should be able to demonstrate excellent organisational skills and an ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of health care professionals.
We have a very strong team ethic and have individual teams of GP's, Nursing, Administration, and Reception within our overall practice team. We presently have nine members within the reception team that you would be joining with a mix of ages and experience.
We are a very busy team but also strike a balance between working hard, whilst generating a welcoming and enjoyable environment to work in.
This role may be closed early if a sufficient number of applications are received.