Medical Receptionist

NHS
📍 gateshead, england, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 12, 2026

Job Description

We are looking for a friendly and motivated Medical Receptionist to join our supportive GP practice team in Gateshead town centre. This is a varied role where you will be the first point of contact for patients, providing a welcoming and professional service both at reception and over the telephone.

Working hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 11:00am‑6:30pm Thursday: 8:30am start, with a flexible finish between 2:00pm and 4:00pm (to be agreed)

Main duties and responsibilities

  • Greeting patients and visitors and directing them appropriately
  • Answering telephone calls and responding to patient enquiries
  • Booking and managing appointments within the practice system
  • Processing repeat prescription requests in line with practice procedures
  • Processing and distributing incoming and outgoing correspondence
  • Updating patient records and maintaining accurate data on the clinical system
  • ...

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Job Details

  • Location gateshead, england
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Bio & Pharmacology & Health
  • Posted Date June 12, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 22, 2026