Company Name
Mersea Island Medical Practice | West Mersea Surgery
All Locations
West Mersea
Advertising Salary
TBC
Function
Admin & Clerical
Careers Site Advertising End Date
27 Aug 2026
Vacancy ID
29882

About the Role

We have an exciting new opportunity for a receptionist to join the team based in Mersea Island Medical Practice.  This role is offered on a part-time basis, for 18 hours a week, worked over 2 days.

Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):
  • booking appointments,
  • greeting patients,
  • answering queries from patients and outside agencies and/or signposting to appropriate members of staff,
  • updating patient records,
  • processing correspondence and liaising with patients using various types of communication methods.

We reserve the right to retract the advert if a suitable person is found before the end date.

About the Candidate

All applicants should have:

  •  excellent communication skills, both written and oral,
  •  a good understanding of IT
  • experienc of EMIS would be an advantage, but training will be given
  • experience of a busy reception/public environment/providing customer service
  • the flexibility to cover other shifts
  • experience of working in a general practice - this would be an advantage but training will be given to a suitable candidate
  • a good standard of education including maths and English
  • good social skills
  • a friendly and positive approach towards patients and other visitors either in person or over the telephone.

If you are interested in this role and want to work for a forward thinking medical practice who offer support and training in a friendly and fast paced environment, then please do apply.



About Us

Mersea Medical Practice is a dedicated and patient-focused healthcare provider, committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the local community. Our team of experienced GPs, nurses, and support staff work together to ensure a welcoming, respectful, and professional environment for all our patients. 

We provide a comprehensive range of services, including general consultations, preventative healthcare, chronic condition management, and health advice. Our aim is to support patients in maintaining their health and wellbeing through early intervention, personalised care, and ongoing support. 

At Mersea Medical Practice, we pride ourselves on delivering care with compassion, dignity, and respect. We believe in building strong, trusting relationships with our patients through open communication and continuity of care. 

Combining modern medical expertise with a friendly, community-centred approach, we are committed to providing accessible, reliable, and high-quality healthcare for everyone we serve.

 

Disclosure and Barring Service Check - basic

Please note this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for a basic Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any current or unspent criminal convictions.


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