Job summary
- Main area
- Ophthalmology
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- 6 months (Fixed Term - 6 months)
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 265-8100609-SUR-A
- Employer
- Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- University Hospitals of Northamptonshire
- Town
- Northamptonshire
- Salary
- £25,272 Per annum / Pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 04/08/2026 23:59
- Interview date
- 11/08/2026
Employer heading
Clinic Receptionist
Band 2
Job overview
Ophthalmology Receptionists (3 Posts)
Ophthalmology and Orthoptic Department
We are looking to recruit three part-time Receptionists to join our friendly and busy Ophthalmology and Orthoptic Department:
- 2 x Receptionist – 5 days per week
- 1 x Receptionist – 2 days per week
Are you organised, hardworking, and able to work effectively as part of a team? Do you thrive in a busy environment and enjoy providing excellent customer service?
We are seeking friendly, motivated individuals who can work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced and ever-changing department. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys dealing with patients and colleagues, managing a varied workload, and contributing positively to the patient experience.
What we're looking for:
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- A professional and welcoming approach
- The ability to prioritise work and manage a busy reception area
- Confidence working on your own initiative as well as within a team
- A flexible and positive attitude
Additional Information
Please note: This vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of applications.
Due to the number of applications received, we are unfortunately unable to provide feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted.
Main duties of the job
You will provide administrative support to the administration team and medical secretaries within the department. Key duties will include preparing medical notes, filing documentation to ensure patient records are complete and up to date, and undertaking a variety of administrative and reception responsibilities in line with the job description.
The successful candidate will have a good standard of IT skills and be able to work accurately and efficiently in a busy environment. Previous experience of NHS computer systems would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided for the right candidate. We are looking for an organised, proactive individual with excellent communication skills and a positive, flexible approach to work.
Working for our organisation
University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) is one of the largest employers in the region and is on an exciting journey of transformation and improvement. Through our Group Model, Northampton General Hospital and Kettering General Hospital work together as University Hospitals of Northamptonshire, enabling us to deliver high-quality, sustainable healthcare services for our local communities.
We are committed to continually improving the services we provide by embracing innovation, modernising our processes, and working more efficiently to deliver the best possible experience for our patients, families and staff.
Our Excellence Values
At University Hospitals of Northamptonshire, our values are at the heart of everything we do:
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
We are committed to recruiting talented people who share our values and are passionate about providing outstanding patient care and service. We believe that by supporting our staff to achieve their full potential, we can deliver the highest standards of care for our patients.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities. We particularly encourage applications from groups that are currently underrepresented within our workforce, including colleagues from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, disabled people, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide reception cover for Outpatients, Eye Casualty, Ward and Orthoptics services.
- Answer telephone calls and support the Eye Casualty Triage service.
- Welcome patients attending clinic appointments in a professional, courteous and efficient manner.
- Ensure patient information held on the electronic patient record system (Camis and Nervecentre) is accurate and up to date, verifying contact details and recording at least two telephone numbers at each patient interaction.
- Respond to telephone enquiries appropriately, resolving issues within agreed parameters and escalating patient concerns when necessary.
- Maintain effective written and verbal communication with clinical teams, medical secretaries and administrative colleagues.
- Liaise with other hospital departments, GP practices and external healthcare professionals to support patient care and administrative processes.
- Ensure patient outcomes are recorded following consultations, escalating any missing or unclear outcomes to the appropriate clinician or team member.
- Assist with obtaining copies of patient notes, investigation results and reports from both internal and external healthcare organisations, and support searches for missing records.
- Undertake general administrative duties including preparing, locating, collecting, delivering and filing clinic notes and patient documentation.
- Carry out photocopying, scanning, mailing and other routine administrative tasks as required.
- Provide cross-cover for colleagues within the administration team during periods of absence.
- Use the electronic patient administration system (Camis) to access patient records, update information and arrange follow-up appointments.
- Support the induction and training of new members of staff.
- Comply with organisational policies and procedures, including those relating to attendance, sickness reporting and participation in the appraisal process.
Additional Information
- The post-holder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the role, as reasonably requested by their line manager.
- The post-holder will be expected to uphold the principles of the NHS Constitution and demonstrate the Trust's values and behaviours in their day-to-day work.
- The post-holder must adhere to all relevant professional standards, NHS Codes of Conduct, legislation, policies and procedures relevant to their area of work.
- The post-holder will be expected to work towards Corporate, Division, Directorate and Departmental objectives and standards to ensure the delivery of a high-quality service.
- The post-holder must undertake all mandatory and role-specific training and ensure that training requirements remain up to date.
- This job description reflects the current requirements of the post and does not form part of the contract of employment. The Trust reserves the right to amend the duties and responsibilities of the role following consultation with the post-holder and reasonable notice of any changes.
Person specification
Personal qualities & attribute
Essential criteria
- Ability to work in a team
- Flexible attitude to work
- Willingness to learn and adapt to changes
Skills
Essential criteria
- Information technology skills
- Good customer relationship skills
- Able to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Ability to organise workload
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent level of education, training or experience
- Good written and communication skills
- Excellent keyboard skills
- Courteous, tactful, efficient telephone manner
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in the NHS
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Martha Tull
- Job title
- Service Support Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01604 544705
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