Bristol 3D Medical Centre Receptionist


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	from £25,272 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bristol, BS16 1LE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Nov 2026
Closing date:	18 Nov 2026

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Summary

Reception duties To act as receptionist by welcoming and orientating patients and visitors to the department. To participate in the preparation and the running of the reception. To answer telephone enquiries from patients, medical staff and other hospitals, dealing with enquiries in a professional manner and referring to the relevant person where necessary. To prepare out-patient notes ensuring all relevant documentation is included, where required. Taking responsibility for the tracing in and out of medical records, where required, including upload to the appropriate digital systems. To ensure all outcomes are completed on the PAS system, as indicated by clinical staff. To be responsible for restocking stationary, ensuring order forms are signed by the Support Manager To maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Administrative Duties Contacting patients and colleagues with complex and sensitive situations, from a variet of hospital services and departments. Undertake updating of patient information, using Departmental IT systems. To assist in the provision of a comprehensive administrative service for scientific staff, typing general correspondence, reports, clinic letters and any other items required for the efficient operation of the department, working within clearly defined limits. To participate in the circulation of incoming and despatching outgoing mail. To participate in the answering of telephone calls, directing enquires to the appropriate members of staff. To assist in the maintenance of patient files, correspondence, reports and other documentation. Providing appropriate cover during annual leave or sick leave, to ensure the smooth running of the department. Operate various computer software packages as necessary. Assisting in the provision of patient notes/information for audit purposes. Work within Health and Safety standards. Perform photocopying, scanning, emailing and filing as appropriate. Participate in Trust appraisal scheme. To undertake further training or attend courses relevant to the duties of the job, as required. Liaise with staff at other hospitals or centres in the pursuit of information essential to patient care. Scanning of patient records using Department IT system. Arranging for the transportation of specimens using appropriate local/national/international courier, ensuring the preparation of all necessary documentation including customs declarations for the Bristol 3D Medical Centre. Undertake small administrative projects to aid organisation of the department and services, such as maintaining and developing a digital filing system for referrals to sort and order the way in which they are processed. Maintaining strict confidentiality at all times on all matters relating to patients and/or staff. All work to be performed to Trust and Department standards.

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