To provide and receive routine information orally, in writing or electronically to inform work colleagues, patients, clients, carers, the public/external contacts, the information may be of a sensitive nature and there may be barriers to understanding. To demonstrate a competent level of inter-personal skills when providing information of a non-clinical nature to staff, clients, carers, public/external agencies, maintaining the Practice standards of customer service. To understand security/health and safety processes and procedures, as required, relevant to the area of work. To accurately record information. To contribute to team meetings. To make judgements in resolving problems of a customer service or administrative nature within pre-defined limits, referring anything of a complex nature to senior staff. To deal with all enquiries effectively and responsively, deciding upon appropriate follow-up action. To deal with incoming/outgoing mail in accordance with the workplace procedures. Maintain up to date knowledge to effectively move and handle equipment in a safe and effective manner. Provide routine information to clients and carers eg in relation to appointments, correspondence, information, venues/security. Knowledge of the Practices policies and procedures eg Fire, Health and Safety, Infection Control, Information Governance and Confidentiality. May comment on policies, procedures, or possible developments relative to the area of work. To use office equipment in an appropriate manner, reporting any faults following the recognised Practice procedure. Provide cover for colleagues, working flexibly to meet the needs of the service. Provide To work towards the objectives agreed in own Performance and Development Review. To input data onto computerised systems. To maintain records both manually and electronically, producing routine information as required. Works within well established procedures. Work is managed rather than supervised. Uses own initiative to resolve problems of a client/customer service or administrative nature within pre-defined limits. It is the responsibility of each member of staff to maintain confidentiality, in line with the Practices Code of Conduct. Staff must be aware of and adhere to the provisions of current Health and Safety legislation and to ensure their own safety and the safety of colleagues, patients, and visitors. Staff must be aware of the action to be taken in the event of fire and MUST undertake fire training annually.