Medical jobs in Drake

Medical Secretary/ReceptionistJob Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and experienced Medical Secretary/Receptionist to join our busy and friendly GP Practice based in Yelverton.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality secretarial and administrative support to the clinical and practice teams, while also assisting with reception duties when required. We are looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking and and able to work accurately in a busy healthcare environment.

Main Duties of the Job

The role will include a range of medical secretarial and administrative responsibilities, including:

• Preparing and processing medical correspondence and documentation.
• Providing accurate and efficient administrative support to GPs and the wider clinical team.
• Managing confidential patient information and maintaining accurate records.
• Typing and processing letters, reports and other clinical correspondence.
• Experience of NHS referral systems.
• Dealing professionally with telephone calls, patient enquiries and requests.
• Liaising with hospitals, healthcare professionals and other organisations when required.
• Supporting the smooth and efficient running of the practice's administrative services.
• Undertaking general reception and administrative duties as required.
• Providing holiday and sickness cover for colleagues.

The successful candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organisational and administrative abilities, and excellent attention to detail. You will be expected to demonstrate sensitivity, respect, and diplomacy when dealing with patients and confidential information.

Previous experience working as a medical secretary or within a GP practice would be an advantage.

We are looking for someone who can work well as part of a team, use their initiative, manage competing priorities and maintain a professional and confidential approach at all times.

Applications may close before the advertised deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

You will be required to complete an application form, which will be sent to you by email following submission of your interest.

Job Types: Permanent, Part-time

Pay: From £12.83 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Medical Secretary: 1 year (preferred)