The following are the core responsibilities of the Reception Manager. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. The Reception Manager role is embedded within the reception team and is responsible for: a. Being a passionate advocate for excellent patient service, leading the reception team by example b. Overseeing the reception team and office team and its various functions, ensuring reception and office staff achieve their primary responsibilities efficiently and effectively c. Maintaining excellent communication across the reception team and across the Health Centre d. Line managing all reception and office staff, supporting staff development, providing guidance and direction, ensuring staff are up to date with mandatory training e. Providing hands-on support for reception and office team as required f. Overseeing reception rotas in order to provide effective patient services with the resources available g. Completing reception and office staff appraisals as required h. Identifying and delivering team training where required i. Compiling information on local services to improve signposting options for patients j. Proactively support management team to help convey relevant surgery information and service updates to patients across our communication channels (SurgeryApp, website, Twitter, etc.) k. Reviewing and updating all administrative and reception policies and procedures as required l. Supporting the management team in the compilation of practice reports and the practice development plan m. Developing, implementing and embedding efficient office processes and procedures to adhere to existing legislation and contractual requirements n. Coordinating the provision of temporary reception staff, ensuring sufficient cover is provided for periods of leave and other staff absences o. Overseeing and updating the GP appointment system, including the reflection of leave and other approved absences p. Providing initial guidance and advice to patients who wish to verbally provide feedback (comments or concerns) q. Overseeing all deliveries to the practice, ensuring adherence to the cold chain policy as necessary r. Acting as Reception fire marshal, ensuring evacuation lists are current and that the visitors log is used appropriately