Receptionist/Administrator
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation TrustBridport
Overview
This is a NHS role (permanent) with Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust based in Bridport. The advertised salary is £12,804. Applications close on 19 November 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
You have an opportunity to join the Outpatient Reception and Administration team at Bridport Hospital.We are a small friendly unit of dedicated staff ...
The main duties will be covering Main Reception desk, making and changing patient appointments, outcoming clinics, maintaining office supplies via e-procurement systems, dealing with patient enquiries in person and by telephone, processing clinic change notifications as directed by line manager.
Assisting the team by sharing skills and knowledge with colleagues to maintain best practice.
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Essential: - NVQ Level 2 or equivalent level of knowledge of office procedures
Essential: - Previous experience within a comparable role; - Previous experience of working within a customer/public focused environment
Essential: - Competency and confidence in use of IT, with the ability to adapt to new systems; - Demonstrable experience of using Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
Essential: - The ability to be able to prioritize, use own initiative and be an excellent team player.
How this role compares
We hold 8,070 NHS vacancies nationally that publish a salary, and their median advertised starting figure is £38,682. This role pays less than about 99% of them.
There are 11,887 NHS roles open across the UK on GovJobs right now.
You have 13 days left to apply. NHS adverts we hold typically run for around 33 days, so this is a shorter window than usual.
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust has 55 other vacancies open on GovJobs, with a breakdown of what they pay and the kinds of roles they recruit for.
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