Admin / Receptionist

Role summary

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The Admin / Receptionist supports the smooth running of Chorlton Family Practice by welcoming patients, answering telephone and online enquiries, booking and managing appointments, processing requests, maintaining accurate records and completing general administrative duties. The role requires strong communication and organisational skills, computer confidence, accuracy and a professional, friendly manner. Previous reception, administrative or NHS/GP practice experience is useful, although suitable candidates may be trained. The successful candidate is expected to protect patient confidentiality, work calmly under pressure, follow practice procedures, provide inclusive and respectful service, and cooperate effectively with clinicians and colleagues.

About the employer

Chorlton Family Practice is a primary care GP practice serving patients in Chorlton and the surrounding Manchester community. Like other UK general practices, it provides first-contact healthcare, consultations, treatment, preventive care, chronic-condition management, referrals and support for patients across different age groups. The practice relies on reception and administrative staff to coordinate appointments, manage patient information, communicate with healthcare professionals and help services operate efficiently. A patient-centred approach, confidentiality, teamwork and respectful communication are central to the practice environment. Exact services, staffing arrangements and working patterns may vary according to current practice needs and NHS primary-care requirements.

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