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Bank Receptionist- Homeless Health Service

BrisDoc Healthcare Services
locationJamaica St, Bristol BS2 8JP, UK
PublishedPublished: Published today
Part Time
Job summary

Your Role as a Receptionist / Administrator

You will project a positive, welcoming and non-judgemental image to patients, other visitors and members of the Practice team. You will work to agreed targets and timescales, and in accordance with Practice policies, protocols, guidelines and procedures.

You will deal with patients confidentially, respectfully and holistically. You will help signpost patients to the most suitable clinician / service to best support their needs. Duties will include speaking to patients, carers and support workers face to face and on the telephone, booking appointments and dealing with queries and enquiries.

You will proactively engage with patients, fitting the service criteria, entering registration information onto the system accurately and systematically dealing with any queries as they arise.

You will help support administrative processes within the practice and take on additional administrative tasks as requested to support smooth and efficient workflow for the patient, clinical team and others involved in the healthcare of the patient. As a Bank Receptionist/Administrator, you will undertake administrative projects and cover periods of holiday and sickness

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities
  • Engage & Support: Manage incoming calls from patients and healthcare professionals. Deal with patients face to face to book appointments and provide support and signposting. Deal with registrations both temporary and full. Take messages and respond to queries.
  • Accuracy: Ensuring accurate and timely data is available to the clinical team to enable services to run smoothly and to further improve the provision of primary care
  • Safety and Patient Care: Signposting and prioritising patients to the most appropriate care following guidance from senior staff and policies to ensure patient wellbeing and safety
  • Timely Communication: Provide prompt, professional, and informed responses to all callers, ensuring they feel heard and supported.
  • Administrative Assistance: Assist with administrative tasks as required, ensuring smooth operation of the service.
  • Support: Support with prescription queries, organising transport (emergency and non-emergency), Reception cover or any other duties within reason in support of the service
About us

At BrisDoc's Homeless Health Service, we are devoted to transforming the health and well being of those experiencing homelessness. By joining our team, you can play a vital role in empowering individuals to take control of their health and move towards healthier, more stable lives.

We operate with a commitment to kindness, hope, and respect, ensuring every person we serve feels welcomed and valued. Your contribution will help us maintain a warm, supportive environment, collaborate with partner organisation, and continuously improve our services.

BrisDoc is a proud provider of NHS Healthcare. We have been delivering 'patient care, by people who care' for over twenty years.

We run an exciting range of Primary Care Services, including an Urgent Care Service, GP Practices, and the Homeless Health Service. This enables BrisDoc to offer excellent healthcare 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to over one million people across Bristol, North Somerset and South Glos.

By joining BrisDoc, you will be part of an innovative organisation that prides ourselves on being a fantastic place to work; somewhere that you will feel valued, supported, developed and part of a family. We strive to make sure every member of the team feels proud of the work they do and the service that we offer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Who Were Looking For

We want every member of our team to be committed to outstanding patient care by people who care and to be passionate about the NHS. As a Social Enterprise, our goal is to put people and planet first, so we seek those who share our aims for social justice andenvironmental sustainability.

Our patient base is diverse, so it is crucial that you share our approach to equality and inclusion. This involves respecting the rights of others and celebrating diversity of all kinds. As an Employee Ownership Trust, every team member is a co-owner, empowered to shape and influence the companys direction. We encourage all co-owners to get involved and be active participants in all areas of the business.

Please refer to the full job description and person specification for more info.Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once enough suitable applications have been received.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Who Were Looking For

We want every member of our team to be committed to outstanding patient care by people who care and to be passionate about the NHS. As a Social Enterprise, our goal is to put people and planet first, so we seek those who share our aims for social justice andenvironmental sustainability.

Our patient base is diverse, so it is crucial that you share our approach to equality and inclusion. This involves respecting the rights of others and celebrating diversity of all kinds. As an Employee Ownership Trust, every team member is a co-owner, empowered to shape and influence the companys direction. We encourage all co-owners to get involved and be active participants in all areas of the business.

Please refer to the full job description and person specification for more info.Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once enough suitable applications have been received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good general education, including GCSE grade 5 or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths.
Experience

Essential

  • Previous suitable experience in a related field
  • Experience of working in a front-line or general practice role
  • Previous experience of working with vulnerable and chaotic groups
Desirable

  • Experience of dealing with people with mental health problems
  • Experience of working with homeless or vulnerably housed people
  • Previous work in General Practice or other healthcare environment
Skills

Essential

  • Good computer literacy
  • Ability to deal sensitively with anguished, distressed, and occasionally aggressive individuals
  • Ability to liaise with co-workers, both clinical and operational staff
  • Ability to convey information accurately both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to work within a team and follow instructions
  • Initiative and problem-solving skills
  • Accurate record-keeping with attention to detail
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Effective time management and strong organisational skills
Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality
  • Awareness of professional behaviours aligned to BrisDoc's core values
Desirable

  • Experience of using EMIS, RotaMaster, and TeamNet systems
Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

  • Good general education, including GCSE grade 5 or equivalent qualifications in English and Maths.
Experience

Essential

  • Previous suitable experience in a related field
  • Experience of working in a front-line or general practice role
  • Previous experience of working with vulnerable and chaotic groups
Desirable

  • Experience of dealing with people with mental health problems
  • Experience of working with homeless or vulnerably housed people
  • Previous work in General Practice or other healthcare environment
Skills

Essential

  • Good computer literacy
  • Ability to deal sensitively with anguished, distressed, and occasionally aggressive individuals
  • Ability to liaise with co-workers, both clinical and operational staff
  • Ability to convey information accurately both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to work within a team and follow instructions
  • Initiative and problem-solving skills
  • Accurate record-keeping with attention to detail
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Effective time management and strong organisational skills
Knowledge

Essential

  • Understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality
  • Awareness of professional behaviours aligned to BrisDoc's core values
Desirable

  • Experience of using EMIS, RotaMaster, and TeamNet systems
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

BrisDoc Healthcare Services
Address

Homeless Health Service

1 Jamaica Street

Bristol

BS2 8JP

United Kingdom

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