Medical Receptionist Jobs in Gatwick RH6
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Medical Receptionist Role – Gatwick RH6
Staffing Service is recruiting for an experienced and professional Medical Receptionist for an immediate temporary-to-permanent placement within a busy, multi-disciplinary medical practice in the Gatwick RH6 area. This role is perfect for someone with excellent administrative skills, a calm demeanour, and a genuine passion for providing outstanding patient care from the front desk.
As a leading recruitment agency serving Gatwick and the South East, we connect talented individuals with the best local healthcare employers. Our client is seeking a reliable individual to join their team as soon as possible, offering a competitive hourly rate, ongoing work, and the potential for a permanent contract for the right candidate. If you have experience in a GP surgery, dental practice, private hospital, or similar clinical environment, we want to hear from you today.
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Key Responsibilities & Duties
- 1 Patient Liaison & Front Desk Management: Be the first point of contact for patients, handling face-to-face enquiries, registrations, and check-ins with empathy and professionalism.
- 2 Appointment Scheduling & Diary Coordination: Efficiently manage clinician diaries using specialist medical software (e.g., SystmOne, EMIS), booking, rescheduling, and confirming appointments.
- 3 Telephone & Administrative Support: Handle a high volume of inbound calls, directing queries appropriately, taking accurate messages, and managing prescription requests in line with practice protocols.
- 4 Patient Records & Data Compliance: Maintain accurate and confidential electronic patient records, ensuring full compliance with GDPR and NHS data protection standards.
- 5 Clinical Coordination & Support: Facilitate smooth clinic flow, prepare consultation rooms, liaise between patients and clinical staff, and handle sample logistics.
Essential Skills & Requirements
- Proven Receptionist Experience: Minimum 6-12 months in a medical, clinical, or similarly demanding front-of-house/admin role. Experience with medical software is a significant advantage.
- Exceptional Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients from diverse backgrounds, often under pressure.
- Strong IT & Administrative Proficiency: Confident user of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn new practice management systems quickly.
- Discretion & Professionalism: A thorough understanding of patient confidentiality and the ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost integrity.
- Reliability & Flexibility: Must be available for an immediate start in Gatwick RH6 and adaptable to varying shift patterns, including potential weekend cover.
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Compensation Package
- Hourly Rate: £12.00 - £16.00 per hour (dependent on experience & specific practice)
- Weekly Pay: Reliable, every Friday via BACS transfer.
- Holiday Pay: Accrued in line with statutory entitlement.
- Pension: Auto-enrolment scheme available.
All pay rates are indicative and will be confirmed upon successful placement, reflecting the specific requirements of the client.
The Application Process
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Submit Your CV
Email your CV and a brief note to [email protected] or use the application form below.
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Quick Screening Call
A dedicated consultant will call you to discuss your experience, availability, and this specific Gatwick RH6 role.
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Fast-Track Interview
We arrange a swift interview with the client, often within 24-48 hours, providing full briefing and support.
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Start Your Role
Upon offer, we handle all compliance swiftly, ensuring you can start your new position without delay.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We are looking for candidates with at least 6-12 months of relevant receptionist or administrative experience, preferably within a medical setting such as a GP surgery, dental practice, hospital, or clinic. However, candidates with exceptional customer service skills from other sectors (e.g., hospitality, corporate reception) are also encouraged to apply, as full training on medical software will be provided.
The key attributes are professionalism, empathy, organisational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive information. For more on what employers look for, see our guide on Mastering The Best Hire Employees.
This specific vacancy is initially a temporary placement with an immediate start. However, the client has a strong track record of converting temporary staff to permanent contracts for individuals who perform well and integrate into the team. The temp-to-perm pathway is a common and successful route into permanent healthcare roles through Staffing Service.
Shifts typically follow the operating hours of the medical practice. Common patterns include:
- Core Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (often with staggered start/end times).
- Part-Time: Morning (8 AM - 1 PM) or Afternoon (1 PM - 6 PM) shifts.
- Weekend/Bank Holiday Cover: Some practices require rotational weekend coverage, which is paid at an enhanced rate.
We discuss your availability and shift preferences during the initial screening to match you with suitable roles.
For candidates with all necessary documentation (Right to Work, ID, references) readily available, the process can be extremely swift. We have placed candidates within 24-48 hours of application for urgent roles. The typical timeline is:
- Day 1: Application & screening call.
- Day 1-2: Interview arranged with client.
- Day 2-3: Offer extended & compliance checks.
- Day 3-4: Start your new role.
The"immediate start" nature means we prioritise quick turnarounds for both candidates and clients.
Absolutely. While we are specialists in healthcare staffing, Staffing Service is a multi-sector agency. We frequently recruit for Customer Service Advisor, Warehouse Operative, Retail Assistant, Administrative, and Logistics roles across Gatwick and the surrounding areas. Registering with us gives you access to our entire job board. For example, explore our dedicated pages for Warehouse Jobs in Enfield or Customer Service Jobs in Meadowhall to see the breadth of opportunities.
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Don't miss this opportunity to join a dynamic healthcare team in Gatwick RH6. This role offers more than just a job; it offers a chance to develop vital skills in a rewarding environment with the potential for long-term career growth.
Final Call to Action
If you have the skills and are ready for an immediate start, the time to act is now. Client interviews are being scheduled.
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