Receptionist

DHU Health Care; Buxton; On-site; GBP 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Buxton seeks a part-time Receptionist to assist patients and manage administrative duties. The ideal candidate will have prior administration experience, strong IT skills, and excellent communication abilities. Key tasks include taking patient calls, maintaining records using EMIS, and ensuring a welcoming environment. This position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including annual leave and health plans.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Health Cash Plan

NHS Pension Scheme

Car Lease Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Birthday Leave Guarantee

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience is essential.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail is necessary.
• Exceptional communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming and assisting patients in a friendly manner.
• Managing incoming calls, including appointment bookings.
• Updating and maintaining accurate patient records.
• Handling patient enquiries with discretion.
• Ensuring the reception area is tidy and welcoming.

Skills

Previous administration experience

Good IT literacy, especially with MS Word and Excel

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage priorities and work independently

Self-motivated and adaptable

Tools

EMIS

Job description

# Receptionist## Job Introduction**Receptionist – Buxton Medical Practice****Start Your Career Journey with Buxton Medical Practice!****What DHU Healthcare Can Offer You:****Location:** Buxton Medical Practice, SK17 9BZ **Contract:** Part Time **-** Permanent **Hours:** 23.5 hours**Working Pattern:*** Monday 8am – 6:30pm* Tuesday 2pm – 6:30pm* Friday 2pm – 6:30pm**Salary:** £23,875 per annum (Band 2)* **Generous Annual Leave:** 25 days + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service) - Pro Rata* **Health Cash Plan:** Free Level 1 cover after six months – includes dental, optical, therapies, and 24/7 GP access for you and your family* **NHS Pension Scheme:** Continue your contributions and retain NHS benefits* **Car Lease Scheme:** Hybrid and electric vehicles available through NHS Fleet Solutions* **Cycle to Work Scheme:** In partnership with Halfords* **Employee Assistance Programme & Wellbeing Hub:** Including shopping discounts and mental health support* **Birthday Leave Guarantee:** Take your birthday off or use the day another time* **Free Parking:** Available at most of our locations* **Supportive, Inclusive Culture:** We champion diversity, equity, and professional development**What Your Typical Day Looks Like:*** Welcoming and assisting patients in a friendly, professional manner* Managing incoming calls and messages, including appointment bookings and home visit requests* Using Emis to update and maintain accurate patient records* Typing outgoing correspondence and data entry tasks* Supporting the team with general reception duties and daily administrative tasks* Ensuring the reception and waiting areas are clean, tidy, and ready for colleagues and patients* Handling patient enquiries with empathy and discretion* Summarising records and managing filing systems effectively**To Be a Successful Administrator/Receptionist, You’ll Need:****Essential:*** Previous administration experience* Good IT literacy, especially with MS Word and Excel* Strong attention to detail and accuracy* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills* Ability to manage priorities and work independently* Self-motivated and adaptable to changing service needs**Desirable:*** Experience in a healthcare or GP practice environment* Familiarity with EMIS Web and NHS systems* Full valid driving licence and ability to travel to other DHU bases as neededApply today and become part of a compassionate team committed to excellent patient care.We’re here to help — just email us at**#IND1**### Receptionist* **Salary** £23875 - £23875* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** dhuhealthcare/TP/3541/861* **Contract Type** Part Time* **Closing Date** 09 January, 2026* **Job Category** Leadership & Administrative Support* **Business Unit** UEC* **Location** Buxton Medical Practice, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 19 December, 2025