# Receptionist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for G DOC Ltd. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/receptionist/93904ac1-46b4-48fb-9b75-49a643e94667 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/receptionist/93904ac1-46b4-48fb-9b75-49a643e94667.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** G DOC Ltd - **Location:** Lydney Health Centre - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Receptionist - **Salary:** £12.71 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time, Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-11-02T23:59:59.999Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-19T14:44:45.388Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A0782-26-0076 - **Application URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/application/A0782-26-0076/pre-application-questions-pause?referrer=jobadvert&ref=A0782-26-0076 - **Employer website:** https://ghac.co.uk/ ## Job Content ### Job summary Lydney Health Centre (Part of GDOC) We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated receptionist to join our reception team in a friendly, forward thinking practice. Candidates will need to be computer literate with excellent communication skills, passionate about working in the NHS and helping to support the local community. Receptionist - Part-time (permanent) with opportunity to pick up regular overtime/ cover. Tuesday 07:45 - 18:30 (with a 1hr unpaid lunch break) Friday 13:00 - 18:00 Closing Date: Monday 2nd November Interview Date: Monday 9th November - In person at Lydney Health Centre ### Main duties of the job The purpose of the role is to: Offer general assistance to the Practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, whether in person, by telephone or electronically. Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way. Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the Practice including managing appointments and the provision of clerical support to clinical staff and other members of the Practice team. Facilitate effective communication between patients, members of the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies. Reports to:Reception Manager - Jenni Gavin ### About us G DOC LTD is a unique, GP-owned organisation all GP surgeries in Gloucestershire are our shareholders. We operate with a not-for-profit ethos, ensuring every decision and service is focused on improving patient outcomes and reinvesting in local Primary Care across the county. We directly manage several GP surgeries in Gloucester and the Forest of Dean, providing patient-centred care to more than 45,000 patients. We value continuity of care and practice teams are at the heart of all we do. In addition to our surgeries, we deliver a range of countywide commissioned services designed to improve access, increase capacity, or provide specialist support. Our teams are committed to delivering sustainable, high-quality primary care while fostering innovation and collaboration across the local health system. By joining us, youll be part of an organisation that puts people first supporting staff wellbeing, professional development, and a collaborative culture. Youll benefit from the stability, support, and career opportunities of a larger organisation, while still working in close-knit, community-focused teams. ### Details - Date posted: 19 October 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £12.71 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time - Reference number: A0782-26-0076 - Job locations: Lydney Health Centre, The Health Centre, Albert Street, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 5NQ, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities Duties specific to role: The duties and responsibilities to be undertaken by members of the Practice reception & administration team may include any or all of the items in the following list. Duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the Reception Manager / Deputy and or Practice Manager, dependent on current and evolving Practice workload and staffing levels: On occasion opening up/locking-up of Practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with Practice protocols Maintaining and monitoring the Practice appointments system using SystmOne Processing personal, telephone and electronic/online requests for appointments, visits and consultations, and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail (post and electronic) Using Anima. Taking messages and passing on information Filing and retrieving paperwork/electronic data Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with Practice procedures Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team member and associated healthcare agencies and providers Providing clerical assistance to Practice staff as required from time to time, including word/data processing, filing, photocopying and scanning Keeping the reception area, notice-boards and leaflet dispensers tidy and free from obstructions and clutter. Working conditions Frequent, prolonged VDU use Time-pressured environment High levels of accuracy and attention to detail essential at all times Exposure to distressing situations and written material Requirement to wear uniform Job Description for all G DOC workers The job description for all G DOC workers also forms part of your job description. ## Person Specification ### Other **Essential** - Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check **Desirable** - Evidence of continuing professional development ### Skills **Essential** - If not already competent in SystmOne, Office & Outlook, willing and able to undertake training and develop competency. - Ability to follow policy and procedure - Effective time management - Ability to work as a team member and autonomously - Good interpersonal skills - Excellent communication skills (written and oral) **Desirable** - Strong IT skills - Competent in use of SystmOne - Competent in the use of Office and Outlook ### Experience **Desirable** - Work in a receptionist role - Broad knowledge of General Practice ### Qualifications **Desirable** - GCSE grade 4/C or above in maths & English, or equivalent (if candidate does not hold these qualifications or a recognised equivalent, competency testing may be required) ### Personal qualities **Essential** - Clear, polite telephone manner - Polite and confident - Flexible and cooperative - Motivated - High levels of integrity and loyalty - Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations - Ability to work under pressure ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.