Receptionist - Emergency Department

Job overview

Emergency Department Receptionist – Part Time 30 hours per week

Are you looking for varied shift work in a fast‑paced environment, with excellent learning opportunities and no two days the same? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Receptionist to join our Emergency Department Reception Team. This is a busy, 24‑hour service where you will play a vital role in supporting patients arriving via GP referral, ambulance, or self‑presentation.

The Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including bank holidays. The role therefore requires flexibility to support a range of shift patterns across these service hours.

We are currently offering a part‑time vacancy and provide a supportive and welcoming environment within an enthusiastic and committed team of receptionists and clinical staff. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills while working in a dynamic and rewarding setting.

Main duties of the job

• To provide an efficient and comprehensive administration and reception service, supporting the Emergency Departments clinical teams.
• To provide front of house services to patients and relatives in a professional and sensitive manner ensuring confidentiality at all times
• To deal with all Emergency Department telephone and email queries
• Book in and direct all patients who attend the Emergency Department, carrying out a basic triage of patients, taking into account the severity of the complaint, and ensure clinical staff are aware of their arrival as necessary.
• Provide empathy when dealing with highly sensitive areas, such as relations of very poorly or deceased patients, or with sensitive health conditions.
• To undertake any clerical duties as deemed necessary and reasonable, working autonomously and without direct supervision to prioritise and complete the workload, using established practices and procedures, seeking support if appropriate.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.